Wests Tigers captain Api Koroisau has signalled his willingness to be part of the NRL’s newest team, saying he would be open to joining the Perth Bears in 2027.
The 32-year-old premiership winner began his professional career with the North Sydney Bears in the NSW Cup.
“I’d love to keep playing and like I said, I started my career here at North Sydney,” he said.
“Definitely would be open to it.”
The Bears officially have their inaugural coach with Mal Meninga revealed on Friday as the man to lead the franchise.
“He used to be a great player, now he’s a great coach,” said Koroisau.
For the former Blues hooker, the move to Perth isn’t a deterrent. In fact, it could be a drawcard.
“I’ve only been there once. It was a beautiful place, so [I would] definitely probably live there if I had to,” he said.
While Koroisau remains committed to the Tigers, he is off contract at the end of the 2026 season, which would line up perfectly for the Bears entry into the competition.
“I’ve loved my time here at the Tigers, I’d love to keep going, but yeah, definitely open,” he said.
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