Parramatta Eels are now nearer to signing Canterbury Bulldogs centre midfield Maika Luai subsequent to the collapse of Volkan Erdengiz contract negotiations. The club included Luai in its line‑up as the Tigers struggle with internal issues caused by his leaving. Insiders say a $1.2 million offer is on the table, designed to return Luai in a homecoming pact. The transfer would see Luai return to his starting NRL team, while the Bulldogs aim to rebuild after the loss of a key playmaker.