Frank Pritchard could make a shock NRL return at Parramatta. He is a chance of joining younger brother Kaysa at the Eels in 2017 following secret negotiations to reactivate his career in Australia.

The 32-year-old remains contracted to Hull FC, where he helped the Super League outfit achieve their first win at Wembley when they lifted the Challenge Cup.

It's understood Hull is prepared to release Pritchard should he receive an NRL offer.

Pritchard played some of his best football at Canterbury where he made 104 appearances before seemingly signing off on his NRL career. Parramatta are one of the few clubs with the salary cap space to accommodate him.