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Kiwi league star Joey Manu is keen to become a double international and play for the All Blacks

Kiwi league star Joey Manu is keen to become a double international and play for the All Blacks

8 May 2024 - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

The 27-year-old is farewelling the Sydney Roosters at the end of the NRL season to join the most capped All Blacks halfback, Aaron Smith, in Japan.

Manu has denied rumours he's already planning a return to league after one season in Japan.

While Manu has revealed his dream to play for the All Blacks, he first wants to re-learn the game under Verblitz director of rugby Sir Steve Hansen and incoming coach Ian Foster.

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