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The Parramatta Eels have made a major statement ahead of the upcoming NRL season, officially announcing the signing of Zac Lomax in what is being hailed as one of the most significant transfers of the year. The talented outside back has officially left the St. George Illawarra Dragons to embark on a new chapter with the Eels β a move that has already electrified fans and pundits across the league.
Lomax, 24, joins the Eels on a multi-year deal reportedly worth over $2 million, solidifying Parramattaβs intent to rebuild their squad and return to premiership contention. Known for his versatility, aerial dominance, and lethal goal-kicking ability, Lomax is expected to bring a dynamic edge to the blue-and-gold backline.
In a press statement released this morning, Lomax expressed both gratitude and excitement about the move:
βIβve loved my time at the Dragons, but Iβm ready for a new challenge. Parramatta is a proud club with passionate fans, and I canβt wait to give everything Iβve got for them. The culture, the energy β it feels like the right fit for me.β
Eels head coach Brad Arthur welcomed Lomax with high praise, describing him as a player who embodies the kind of intensity and commitment Parramatta is building toward.
βZac is a proven performer with exceptional skill and athleticism. Heβs a competitor who wants to win every play, and thatβs exactly the attitude we want in our team,β Arthur said. βHeβll add strength to our backline, leadership to our young players, and confidence across the board.β
The move comes at a crucial time for the Eels, who are eager to bounce back after a challenging season that saw them narrowly miss the finals. Lomaxβs signing is being viewed as a strategic piece in their plan to reignite their attacking flair and defensive consistency.
Fans took to social media moments after the announcement, celebrating the acquisition with excitement. One supporter wrote, βZac Lomax in blue and gold β thatβs the spark weβve been waiting for!β Another added, βHis energy, his kicks, his confidence β heβs going to light up CommBank Stadium.β
Eels captain Clint Gutherson also voiced his enthusiasm: βZacβs a class player. Heβs the kind of bloke who can change a game in a heartbeat. Weβre pumped to have him join the family.β
For the Dragons, Lomaxβs departure marks the end of an era β he was one of their brightest homegrown talents, debuting as a teenager and quickly becoming a fan favorite. Still, even Dragons fans have expressed support for his move, acknowledging his desire for growth and new challenges.
With the 2026 NRL season on the horizon, Zac Lomaxβs arrival at Parramatta signals a new era of ambition, energy, and belief. The Eels are sending a clear message to the rest of the league: theyβre rebuilding, theyβre hungry, and theyβre coming back stronger than ever. πππ₯
