Parramatta Coach Brad Arthur Remains Mum on Zac Lomax’s Potential Early Arrival

The Parramatta Eels are on the brink of securing Dragons star Zac Lomax for the 2024 season, with coach Brad Arthur remaining tight-lipped on whether the talented outside back will join the club earlier than expected.

Lomax, who is currently enjoying a career-best season with the Dragons, has expressed a desire to play in the centres, leading to his request for an early release from the club. Despite initial reluctance from the Dragons, they eventually granted his request, paving the way for a potential move to the Eels.

While the Eels are eager to add Lomax to their roster as soon as possible, the Dragons are standing firm on not releasing him until 2024. Coach Shane Flanagan has denied any possibility of a player swap with the Eels to accommodate an early release.

Speaking about Lomax’s impending arrival, Arthur expressed his excitement about the prospect of having the athletic and versatile outside back in the Eels squad. He highlighted Lomax’s speed, aggression, and ability to set up tries as qualities that will add a new dimension to the team.

As the Eels prepare to announce the signing of Lomax, Arthur remained non-committal on whether the 24-year-old could join the club this season. With the focus on the upcoming game, Arthur left the negotiations to the recruitment team while emphasizing the importance of maintaining strong performances on the field.

Eels fans will be eagerly awaiting the official announcement of Lomax’s signing and the potential impact he could have on the team in the coming seasons. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.