Wests Tigers has agreed to release Asu Kepaoa from the final year of his contract, effective immediately, paving the way for a new deal with the Panthers.
The 24-year-old forward, in his fifth season at Wests Tigers, has played 42 NRL games for the club in that period.
Wests Tigers CEO Shane Richardson has thanked Asu for his efforts as a Wests Tigers player.
On behalf of the club I want to thank AJ for his contribution over the past few years.
Shane Richardson Wests Tigers CEO
“This is an outcome that works for all parties, and we wish AJ the very best with his future.”
Kepaoa will link up with the Panthers this week.