Jul 29th, 2019

Jul 29th, 2019

Justin Holbrook has won the race for the Gold Coast coaching job, with David Furner and Tony Iro the tip to be his assistants.

An announcement is expected by the Titans tomorrow.

Holbrook has edged out Queensland State of Origin coach Kevin Walters for the position.

The former Knights, Panthers and Roosters playmaker has done a superb job with St Helens, steering them 10 points clear of the field this season.

Holbrook has been plying his trade in the UK coaching English Super League side St Helens (AAP)

Holbrook was a lower grade coach with several NRL clubs before getting his breakthrough at Saints in 2017.

He has gradually built the club into a powerhouse in Super League and they are unbackable favourites to take out the premiership in England.

Furner was sacked by English club Leeds after just 14 games this year but is an experienced coach who was head coach with Canberra for several seasons.

Iro has been with the Warriors for several seasons in a variety of roles including recruitment and as an assistant coach. Walters will now stay on in the Maroons job.