Rugby league: Israel Folau reportedly set for NRL return with St George Illawarra Dragons
2 Feb, 2021 02:00 AM
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Controversial cross-code star Israel Folau is on the verge of an NRL comeback.
According to the Sydney Morning Herald, St George Illawarra have formally approached the NRL in the hope of signing the former Wallaby on a two-year deal.
Although NRL boss Peter V landys has previously said the door was shut to Folau, the NRL has indicated its intention to review the proposal before making a decision.
When V landys was appointed as chair of the commission, he said Folau s views didn t align with those of the game.
Disgraced Australian rugby star Israel Folau is reportedly about to make an NRL comeback.
According to the
Sydney Morning Herald, St George Illawarra Dragons have formally applied to the NRL to allow the dual international to return to the sport on a two-year deal.
In late 2019, Folau s controversial public stance on homosexuality stemming from his religious beliefs saw his contract terminated by Rugby Australia.
The two sides eventually reached a settlement, after Folau sued the governing body for alleged religious discrimination.
Australian Rugby League Commission chairman Peter V Landys has been adamant that the NRL would open the door for Folau to return to rugby league, where he began his professional sporting career.