Parramatta Eels have drawn near to signing Canterbury Bulldogs centre midfield star Maika Luai subsequent to the collapse of Volkan Erdengiz talks. The club registered Luai in its squad as the Tigers struggle with internal issues caused by his leaving. Reports indicate a $1.2 million offer is on offer, intended to bring Luai home in a return deal. The switch could see Luai rejoin his original NRL side, while the Bulldogs plan to rebuild after the loss of a vital playmaker.