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On his first day of training with the Parramatta Eels, Isaiah Iongi showed up.
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Isaiah Iongi has stated that he is prepared to take over the Parramatta Eels’ void left by Clint Gutherson in 2025.
Iongi signed a contract to join the Parramatta Eels from the Penrith Panthers, the four-time defending champions, which will keep him wearing the blue and gold uniform until 2027.
The 21-year-old, who has only played in the NRL, has been assigned to replace Gutherson in the starting lineup.