Jye Gray has become the latest name reportedly targeted by cashed-up rugby union venture R360, but the Rabbitohs fullback insists he's focused on the present.
Still early in his NRL career with fewer than 30 first-grade appearances, the 21-year-old has now been linked to the high-profile rebel code alongside stars like Kalyn Ponga, Ryan Papenhuyzen and Zac Lomax.
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The reports, which surfaced via The Herald on Thursday, suggest Gray is firmly on the radar despite his limited top-level experience.
Gray deflects interest, remains focused on Rabbitohs
When quizzed about the speculation ahead of South Sydney’s upcoming match against the Titans, Gray didn’t deny the interest but kept his cards close to his chest.
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"I'm contracted here until the end of next year, and my manager's looking after everything outside of that, but I'm just excited to play Gold Coast this weekend," he told reporters.
"My manager's dealing with everything. I'm contracted until the end of next year, and I'm enjoying my time here."
Gray remains off-contract at the end of 2026 and will be free to negotiate with rivals from November. While the R360 rumours have intensified, Zero Tackle reports the Rabbitohs are keen to lock him down with a contract extension, particularly as he continues to develop behind Latrell Mitchell in the pecking order.
With his stock rising and plenty of eyes on his next move, Gray’s future could become one of the off-season’s most intriguing storylines.