‘Nothing against Canberra’: Young breaks silence about his future

Hudson Young on what he thought about Port Moresby – and working with Ricky Stuart again.

By Christian Nicolussi · The Sydney Morning Herald

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 11:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Hudson Young has spoken publicly about considering a lucrative move to the PNG Chiefs to secure his family financially.
Young intends to see out his final contract year with the Canberra Raiders in 2027 if coach Ricky Stuart allows.
The PNG Chiefs are targeting Young on a deal valued by the NRL at $1 million per season.

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Canberra Raiders forward Hudson Young has addressed his future after visiting Port Moresby to discuss a lucrative move to the PNG Chiefs. Young stated that joining the expansion club would offer tax-free financial security to clear his mortgage and support his family, while denying any bad blood with Canberra. The NRL confirmed his market value at $1 million per season.

Young plans to play out the final year of his Canberra deal in 2027 if coach Ricky Stuart wants him. The Raiders previously withdrew a four-year, $4.4 million contract offer following disputes over contract clauses. Young is currently recovering from a torn Achilles and expects to resume running before Christmas.

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‘Nothing against Canberra’: Young breaks silence about his future

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