Adam Doueihi‘s tenure at the Wests Tigers looks set to conclude at the end of the 2025 season.
The star utility has been a mainstay through some dark times at the Tigers, but between stalled negotiations and rising tensions with the coaching staff, Doueihi is almost certain to be donning a new logo in 2026.
His ability to play multiple positions across the park is certain to score him a deal for next year, with multiple NRL clubs looking to plug holes in their rosters in the Hunt for a premiership.
Reports earlier this week indicated Doueihi had been offered around $350,000 by the Tigers; however, with a hard-nosed advisor like Isaac Moses in his ear, the Lebanon international is unlikely to take up the discounted offer.
That leaves him with a plethora of options heading into 2026, and with versatile Origin stars like Kurt Mann and Connor Watson boosting the stocks of the modern-day utility, we could see Doueihi sign with any number of clubs.
1. St George Illawarra Dragons
Currently firming as the most likely destination for Doueihi, the Dragons would suit the 26-year-old’s game perfectly.
Doueihi’s ability to cover a multitude of positions, whether that’s in the halves, the centres, or at lock, would be a major boon for this Dragons outfit. The club is far from set on their current halves situation, and while it’s said that Shane Flanagan is eager to get Daniel Atkinson in the No. 7 jersey in 2026, his success in the role is not guaranteed.
Jack De Belin also leaves the club at season’s end, and while the Dragons do have a crop of youngsters who will be eyeing the role, they will not bring the experience that Doueihi can.
While his versatility would be a welcome addition the side, his voice as a leader could potentially be his greatest asset, especially if he were to feature in the halves.
The Dragons are not in much of a better position than the Tigers currently, but with reports that the club has a $400,000 contract awaiting his signature and a starting role open, it could be the perfect fit.