Sam Walker has revealed the Roosters will aim to give more ball playing opportunities to superstar Joesph Manu as they aim to fit three playmakers into their halves in 2023.
The Sydney Morning Herald reported Walker expects to play alongside Luke Keary in the halves again next season, but revealed Manu is an option to swap into the playmaker role at times.
“Luke’s a world-class player, he’ll definitely be there in the halves come next year,” Walker told the Herald.
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“But we did play around with it last year, getting Joey into the middle, and we were pretty much playing him in the forwards at times.
“I think we’ll see more of that and it’ll be interesting to see where Robbo takes our game.
“There’s worse problems to have as a footy team isn’t there?
“We had three fullbacks running around at the back end of the World Cup and they were three of the best players in the competition.
“That’s exciting and I’m sure the competition will be pretty intense and right up there. I want to see them pushing each other.”
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Walker recently re-signed with the Roosters through until the end of 2025 and despite links to a return to Brisbane to play for the Broncos, the No.7 wants to be at the Tri-colours long-term.
Walker also wants to take on more of a leadership role with the Roosters World Cup stars yet to return to training.
“I don’t think you go looking for leadership,” Walker said.
“But I’ve taken a bit of interest in showing that next generation of players how the club works. I’ve been here long enough to know what it’s all about and teach them.
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“Down the track, it’s not so much a goal, I’ve got a lot to work on and improve. But I have enjoyed that kind of role so far and I like that side of footy.
“If everything’s on track later on, I’d jump at leading in some way. But that’s a long way away.”
The 20-year-old halfback has scored 15 tries and 292 points in 46 NRL games since his debut in 2021.
