The Mole: Knights get huge boost as Origin forward agrees to new deal

Jacob Saifiti has given the Knights a massive boost for the future by agreeing to a new three year deal with the club.

Saifiti was one of the most sought-after forwards on the open market at the end of 2024, with rival teams able to talk to him since the start of this month.

But after testing the market, Saifiti has opted to remain with the Knights for the long term on a huge deal.

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The 27-year-old really came of age in 2023 and was being chased by a host of clubs as a result.

He overtook twin Daniel as the Knights' main go-to man in the forwards and also captained the Knights for the first time.

Saifiti was selected for New South Wales for the final State of Origin game and played 21 games during the season, despite missing five through suspension.

He was instrumental in the Knights' late charge to the finals that captured the imagination of the NRL world, providing the go-forward for Kayln Ponga to work his magic.

The Knights are expected to announce his re-signing until the end of 2027 soon.

Newcastle now turn their attention to blockbusting centre Bradman Best, another man off contract at the end of next season who is attracting plenty of interest from NRL clubs.