Wests Tigers fullback Corey Thompson has shunned a late approach from Penrith to secure his future with the Tigers.
According to the Herald, Thompson is set to sign a two-year deal to remain with the Tigers until the end of the 2021 season.
In a recent interview with the Herald, Thompson said he was looking to secure a two-year deal after a series of one-season contracts.
“I’m really working hard for a two-year deal. I think it’s a bit hard on the mind, just playing one-year deals, when you are always off contract," Thompson said.
“Last year I was lucky, I re-signed in April so it was pretty much a two-year deal. I just want to work hard and show I’m an asset to the team.”
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary is a big admirer of the fullback and was keen to link up with the 29-year-old again at the Panthers.
Oh Iv, haven’t you damaged the WT enough with your walkout and the long term dud signings…Now you are trying to poach one of our better players…..Oh Iv you can’t (as Moonman would say)…..Take Packer, Taylor and Reynolds instead…..