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Joel Gould

Slater backs Cobbo to become world-class centre

Queensland coach Billy Slater (L) insists Selwyn Cobbo (R) can become an elite centre. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

Billy Slater insists Brisbane's Selwyn Cobbo can become a world class centre, which makes for a welcome headache at the Queensland selection table.

The 21-year-old Bronco has impressed the Maroons coach with his transition from wing to centre in the NRL, particularly in his last two games against Melbourne and the Dolphins.

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