Jun 21st, 2018

Jun 21st, 2018

Manly’s woes continue with talented forward Shaun Lane signing to join the Eels in 2019.

The 23-year-old Lane has been among the Sea Eagles’ most consistent performers this season, playing every game for the club.

Lane has enjoyed the best season of his career but is off contract and Manly couldn’t match the deal that the Eels offered.

The move will see lanky back-rower Lane playing for his fourth club in five years.

(AAP)

The South Sydney junior made his NRL debut with the Bulldogs in 2015 before stints at the Warriors and Manly in recent seasons.

Lane may leave before June 30, while ostracised halfback Jackson Hastings may also depart to England after continually being shunned.

The Sea Eagles have also already lost Darcy Lussick (Toronto Wolfpack), while veteran winger Akuila Uate (Huddersfield Giants) is also on the move.

With their salary cap problems, they are unlikely to be able to sign any ‘name’ players to replace the departing stars.