The National Rugby League is prepared to exempt Sonny Bill Williams from a contractual rule that prevents the New Zealander playing for champion Sydney Roosters.
Dual code international Williams was released by Toronto Wolfpack, after the Canadian team pulled out of the Super League Europe restart, due to financial challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Players are not allowed to sign with an NRL team if they hold a playing contract outside the league, but league boss Peter V'landys says an exception could be made for Williams, if he were still contracted to Toronto.
Williams's two-year deal with Wolfpack is worth a reported NZ$10 million.
Last week, Roosters coach Trent Robinson said the NRL champions were on the brink of finalising a deal with Williams, who was integral in their 2013 championship season.
Reuters
