It\u2019s no easy feat to build an NRL roster from scratch, but that\u2019s the challenge facing Perth Bears recruitment manager Dane Campbell, who has outlined a bold ambition for this year.<\/p>\n
Speaking to the SMH<\/a>, Campbell wants to have 10 signatures secured by Christmas as the Bears ready to enter the competition in 2027.<\/p>\n November 1 is when Campbell and the Bears can begin negotiating with players who are set to come off contract at the end of 2026. <\/p>\n Watch LIVE coverage of the 2025 Betfred Super League season on Kayo Sports | New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited time offer<\/a><\/p>\n WHAT’S GAMBLING REALLY COSTING YOU? Set a deposit limit. For Free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.<\/p>\n Several big names remained unsigned beyond 2026 including Warriors half Luke Metcalf, Titans livewire Jayden Campbell and Bulldogs enforcer Viliame Kikau among plenty of other stars.<\/p>\n It has been reported that the Bears already have their eye on Campbell, Titans teammate Tino Fa\u2019asuamaleaui and Broncos grand final heroes Deine Mariner and Gehamat Shibasaki.<\/p>\n Campbell says the Bears can\u2019t afford to be complacent once November 1 rolls around given they need to have upwards of 30 players signed by the start of 2027.<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s certainly a unique (challenge),\u201d Campbell told the SMH.<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cWe are mindful we don\u2019t have to have a roster of 30 done by Christmas time this year \u2026 If we\u2019ve got 10 players signed by Christmas, we\u2019ve done incredibly well. The rest can be built out by next year.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cIn my brain, that\u2019s possible.\u201d<\/p>\n Walters not feeling personal pressure | 01:05<\/p>\n MORE GRAND FINAL NEWS<\/p>\n PREDICTED RD 1 TEAMS: Big returns loom for \u2018stacked\u2019 side, where recruits fit in<\/a><\/p>\n