Rising fullback David Armstrong has knocked again a wealthy supply from the Sydney Roosters to conform to a brand new two-year cope with Newcastle.
Armstrong has had a effective maiden season within the prime grade, filling the massive footwear of injured Kalyn Ponga in effective model.
The 23-year-old has come from nowhere to cement a daily prime grade spot, attracting the curiosity of the Roosters and a minimum of one different membership.
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David Armstrong has signed a two-year deal to remain at Newcastle. Getty
However Armstrong has instructed Knights officers he desires to remain on the membership in a significant coup.
“The Roosters went in onerous however he likes it right here and is a good child,” a Knights supply instructed Large World of Sports activities.
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Armstrong has scored 5 tries in as many video games since taking on from Ponga, however had a poor displaying in opposition to the Bulldogs final weekend. He made a few pricey errors in troublesome circumstances.
He’s additionally unsure for Saturday’s conflict with the Storm. If he pulls out, teen Fletcher Sharpe will take over the fullback spot.
