Peter Mamouzelos' future at the South Sydney Rabbitohs is in flux, with a potential early exit on the horizon. The 25-year-old dummy half, once hailed as one of the best young players in the game, has found himself in a curious situation under head coach Wayne Bennett. Despite being rated as the future of the club, Mamouzelos has only played 47 NRL games, with just eight of those coming this year, all from the bench. This lack of playing time has led to speculation about his future, with sources close to the situation revealing that Bennett is not a fan of Mamouzelos' defensive skills, particularly his first contact. The Rabbitohs' current dummy half options include Brandon Smith and Bronson Garlick, with Jayden Sullivan also capable of playing at number nine. The club is keen to avoid a repeat of the Brisbane Broncos' situation, where they could have five dummy halves in their Top 30 next year if Billy Walters re-signs. Mamouzelos' potential release has sparked interest from the PNG Chiefs, an expansion club in the NRL. The Chiefs are understood to have identified Mamouzelos as a key player in their plans, with four signings already locked in and three development deals set to be announced. If released early, Mamouzelos could become the Chiefs' next signing before the November 1 deadline, providing a significant boost to their squad more than a year before their first pre-season training session. The hooking department is indeed a thin position in the NRL, and the Chiefs' interest in Mamouzelos highlights the potential impact he could have on their future success. With a Super League gap year and an adventure to Port Moresby on the cards, Mamouzelos' journey is set to take an intriguing turn, leaving fans and analysts alike curious about his next move.
