Sione Mata'utia has given St Helens a massive boost by declaring he will stay with the Super League champions.
There had been talk that the in-demand ex-Australia international could return to the NRL at the end of the season when his contract is up. There has been plenty of interest in the hard-hitting back-row, who has become a big fans favourite at Saints since joining from Newcastle Knights three years ago.
However, asked about his playing future in 2024, he confirmed: “Hopefully I’ll put pen to paper this week with the Saints.” That is a real fillip for the champions as they head into Thursday’s huge showdown with leaders Catalans.
