Willie Peters is set to be unveiled as the first coach of the PNG Chiefs, according to multiple reports.

The 47-year-old, a former South Sydney and St George Illawarra halfback, has been in charge of the Super League’s Hull KR for four seasons, leading the club to a historic win over the Brisbane Broncos in February’s World Club Challenge that sealed a trophy quadruple. He also assisted Kevin Walters’ Australian side during last year’s Ashes series.

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But on Friday morning AEDT, reports emerged that Peters is expected to be announced as coach of the NRL’s 19th side ahead of its maiden season in 2028, albeit the paperwork is yet to be finalised.

News Corp reports that Peters has told players and staff at Hull KR of the impending move.

It will be his first coaching gig at the NRL, beating out the likes of Brad Arthur, Adrian Lam and Jason Demetriou for the job.

Kangaroos training Kevin Walters and Willie Peters. Picture: NRL PhotosSource: Supplied

“I believe I’m ready to go,” Peters said when asked about the prospect of an NRL coaching job last month.

“The only way you can show that is by getting an opportunity in the NRL and proving yourself. I’ve always been the type of person who lets my actions do the talking.

“My family and I have really enjoyed being over here, but if the opportunity arises, I’ll certainly look at the NRL. It would be great to prove myself back in the NRL at some stage.

“It’s a unique opportunity because it’s a team where you can create the culture and DNA of a club for many years.

“But setting up the culture of PNG would excite me. Connection and care are the two values that I hold really closely to any team that I coach and it’s what I value.”

Peters will reportedly start with PNG when his commitments at Hull KR finish at the end of the season.