The nib Newcastle Knights are pleased to confirm club veteran Dane Gagai has agreed to extend his National Rugby League contract for a further season with the Knights.
Gagai, 34, made his NRL debut in 2011. 309 NRL games later, the ultra-competitive representative back has confirmed he will kick off his 16th season in Las Vegas next year.
nib Newcastle Knights Head of Recruitment Peter O’Sullivan said he was delighted the Club legend will go around again for another year.
“Everyone knows Dane brings experience and competitiveness to every contest, every day," O’Sullivan said.
“He has worked really hard for his extension, his tenacity to never give up and willingness to play in any position, especially through extenuating circumstances, shows his true character.
“Dane possesses a wonderful ability to share the experience he has amassed over 309 NRL games, including 211 for the Knights, with the young emerging players, he demands excellence from them, whilst instilling them with confidence to succeed.
“This extension compliments and balances our squad perfectly for next season."
