Connected to at least four competing NRL teams, young Wests Tigers hooker Tallyn Da Silva has confirmed his next step, which will see him leave his current team, effective immediately.
One of the top young talents in rugby league, Da Silva has recently emerged as one of the most coveted players over the past few months, as it was disclosed that his future was unlikely to be with the Wests Tigers.
Regarded as a future State of Origin contender, he was given approval by the club last week to discuss and negotiate with rival teams despite initially being scheduled to enter the open market from November 1.
It has now been officially announced that Da Silva has committed to a four-and-a-half-year deal to join the Parramatta Eels, which will see him link up with them effective immediately and extend through to the end of the 2029 NRL season.
It is understood that the Eels have outmaneuvered the Manly Sea Eagles, Newcastle Knights, and Brisbane Broncos for his services.
Da Silva will start training with the team this week and will be eligible for selection for their Round 19 matchup against the Penrith Panthers.
“Tallyn is a very talented hooker with great skills and a strong running game which complements our squad nicely,” Eels GM of Football Mark O’Neill said.
“His attributes match the style of football our Head Coach Jason Ryles is wanting to play, and we look forward to welcoming Tallyn and his family to our Club.”