MANLY have announced a new deal for powerful young prop Addin Fonua-Blake.

The 21-year-old, who was off contract at the end of the 2017 season, has extended his stay with the club until the end of 2018.

Fonua-Blake was handed a lifeline by the Sea Eagles ahead of the 2016 season after being axed by former club St George Illawarra following a domestic violence conviction.

The former Junior Kiwis representative made his NRL debut in round seven and has played 14 games to date. He was also selected in the New Zealand train-on squad for the Four Nations tournament but didn’t make the final cut.

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Fonua-Blake’s re-signing comes two weeks after the club announced the acquisition of former Roosters playmaker Jackson Hastings.

Addin Fonua-Blake in action for the Sea Eagles. Source: Getty Images

Manly coach Trent Barrett said Fonua-Blake will be a key part of the Manly forward pack in the upcoming season.

“The contract extension is a good reward for Addin. He still has a lot of hard work to do, but we were happy to extend his deal,’’ Barrett said.

“Addin is a big skilful player who gives us plenty of muscle up front. He is doing really well and we are pleased to have him with us.”

Fonua-Blake said he was grateful for the opportunities he has received at the Sea Eagles.

“I am really enjoying playing at Manly. The extension gives me a chance to further develop my game by working with experienced forwards like Martin Taupau and Nate Myles,’’ Fonua-Blake said.

“My goal over this pre-season is to get fitter and stronger, so I can really hit the ground running in round one against Parramatta at Brookvale Oval. I want to be in the team for our first Sunday home game of the season.”

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