‘A key component of our future’: Sitili Tupouniua joins long list of Roosters stars to sign new deals

Roosters forward Sitili Tupouniua has signed a three-year extension as he looks to fight his way back into the starting side after serious injuries derailed his past two seasons.

The 26-year-old has played 85 matches for the Tricolours since he made his debut in 2018, with the Tongan international now locked in until 2027.

It’s been a rough few years for Tupouniua, who suffered an ACL tear in 2022 and then had his 2023 campaign cut short due to a serious neck injury.

“This club has become a second family to me, so I’m really happy to continue my journey with the Roosters,” he said.

“I’m committed to giving my all for this club and I’m excited to contribute to the team’s success in the coming years.”

He becomes the latest Roosters player to re-sign with the club after Nat Butcher, Sandon Smith, Billy Smith, Connor Watson and Siua Wong all put pen to paper, while NRLW stars Jess Sergis and Tarryn Aiken also inked new deals this week.

“Sitili is a genuinely good person and I’ve loved watching his development over the years,” Roosters coach Trent Robinson said.

“His dedication and commitment to improvement make him a key component of our future plans, so it’s exciting that he will continue to be a part of the Roosters family.”