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Castleford Tigers weigh up move for NRL forward amid transfer issues

Castleford Tigers have their sights on an NRL forward to join Paul Rowley’s squad, but they have two hurdles to overcome.

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 12:19 PM
Castleford Tigers weigh up move for NRL forward amid transfer issues
Key Things to Know
  • Castleford Tigers are exploring a potential deal to sign Canterbury Bulldogs forward Jack Todd.
  • The 24-year-old middle forward made four NRL appearances for Canterbury in 2025 and is currently off-contract.
  • Castleford faces an overseas quota issue, currently holding 11 contracted quota players against an allowed limit of ten.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Castleford Tigers are exploring a deal to sign Canterbury Bulldogs forward Jack Todd for the upcoming Super League season. The 24-year-old made his NRL debut in 2025 and is currently an off-contract forward assessing his options, with Canterbury offering him a chance to remain.

A potential transfer faces obstacles, including Castleford's overseas quota limit and Todd's history of injuries. Castleford currently has 11 quota players contracted against a maximum limit of ten, and the club is awaiting a full medical report before advancing any talks.

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