Warriors coach Stephen Kearney believes David Fusitu'a has the capability to become the NRL's best winger.
Fusitu'a has been in stellar form this season, tallying 16 tries and averaging more than 100 metres per game.
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That form was recently rewarded with a contract extension until the end of the 2023 season.
On top of that, he was voted the second best winger, behind Melbourne's Josh Addo-Carr in an NRL.com players' poll.
Kearney praised the 23-year-old for his rapid growth this season, but he knows Fusitu'a will only get better.
"He's made some good progress," said Kearney. "I think the thing with David is he doesn't understand how good he can really be.
"That's going to be a continuous journey and challenge for him, and that's why it's my job to make sure I keep him honest with that.
"He's made some wonderful progress over the course of the last couple of years, but he's got plenty more in him."
Fusitu'a made his NRL debut in 2014 and has since gone on to play 76 games for the Penrose-based franchise.
During his time at the club he's played in the centres and at fullback but has found himself a home in the two jersey, where his freakish leaping ability and innate finishing ability have made him a concern for defences across the NRL.
Kearney said, for now, Fusitu'a will remain on the wing.
"For us at the minute, that's his best spot. I think potentially he'll be able to play centre, but for me at the moment, that's the best spot in the team."
Kearney is challenging Fusitu'a to become a more consistent player, so he does wind up being the best in his position.
"It's about consistently performing at the top level every week, and that's what makes the great players different from the good players.
"I have got no doubt he has the capabilities but it's going to be a process and a journey for him, and that's what we [the coaches] are here to do."
Fusitu'a will be looking to add to his 16 season tries when the Warriors face the Bulldogs in Sydney on Sunday.
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