Mark Nawaqanitawase could potentially represent Australia at the Olympics and compete for an NRL premiership later this year with the Sydney Roosters.
According to a report from The Sydney Morning Herald, the talented outside back could be allowed to play in the Rugby Sevens in Paris before linking up with the Roosters, permitted he signs with the club before the July 1 deadline.
Nawaqanitawase has already agreed to switch codes in 2025 on a two-year deal with the Chooks, but could make the jump earlier if the club can finalise the contract and get the NRL to approve the signing by Monday.
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The 23-year-old is yet to be selected for the Olympic squad, but those with knowledge of the situation are expecting him to get the nod.
Nawaqanitawase however won’t feature for the Wallabies later this year, with new coach Joe Schmidt looking towards the future as part of his rebuild.
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A potential move to Bondi before the end of the season could give Trent Robinson’s side a much-needed boost, with Nawaqanitawase capable of playing various roles.
Junior Pauga and Joseph Suaalii are currently sidelined due to suspension, while Billy Smith is expected to be sidelined foe the rest of the year with an ankle injury.