Kieran Foran walked out on the Parramatta Eels earlier this year.

Embattled Kiwis star Kieran Foran is reportedly to set sign with the New Zealand Warriors.

Australian publication Rugby League Week claims Foran has agreed to a one-year deal, with the Warriors hoping to extend his stay at the club if he succeeds.

The deal is expected to be completed within the next 24 hours.

Warriors managing director Jim Doyle could not be reached for comment, although sources close to the club dismissed the story as speculation at this stage.

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The report said that the Warriors have beaten several clubs to Foran's signature, most notably Canterbury who are coached by his former mentor at Manly, Des Hasler.

Warriors coach Andrew McFadden confirmed ahead of their last game of the season against the Eels that there were people at the club dealing with Foran and his possible move to New Zealand next season.

Foran was also reported to have visited Auckland two weeks ago to see the Warriors' facilities and meet with club management

The 20-test playmaker has been in the spotlight since walking out on a lucrative contract with Parramatta midway through the season to deal with mental health issues.

He has also come under scrutiny for his relationship with Australian gambling identity Eddie Hayson.

Earlier this year, Hayson was reported to be a person of interest as police looked into alleged match-fixing, although he has denied any involvement.

Despite his off-field issues, the recruitment of Foran would be a huge boost for the Warriors, who are currently undergoing an end-of-season review after missing the finals for a fifth-straight year.

Foran is regarded as one of the best playmaker's in the NRL and teaming him with Shaun Johnson, Issac Luke and Roger Tuivasa-Sheck would give the Warriors the spine of the Kiwis test side.

The NRL would have to ratify his return to football but it is hoped a year away from the spotlight of the Sydney media would help him get his life back on track.

Doyle is also widely respected in the NRL having been a key figure in the formation of the competition's integrity unit during his time as the NRL's chief operating officer.

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