The PNG Chiefs have locked in their eighth signing ahead of their 2028 launch with the incoming NRL club signing a Papua New Guinean international. So far, the Chiefs had only signed Alex Johnston in terms of first-team players who…
Incoming NRL expansion side PNG Chiefs have confirmed the signing of Papua New Guinea international Zac Laybutt as their eighth senior recruit ahead of their inaugural 2028 campaign. The 24-year-old outside back will spend the 2027 season with his current team, the North Queensland Cowboys, before linking up with head coach Willie Peters.
Laybutt, who has represented the Kumuls eight times and made 50 NRL appearances, adds versatility across the backline for the emerging club. His permanent deal follows other Chiefs recruits including Alex Johnston, Brian To'o, and Jarome Luai as the club builds towards filling its top 30 roster.
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