NRL great Corey Parker revealed he has heard "rumblings" that Melbourne Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes is considering making the move back to Queensland.
Hughes is contracted with the Storm until 2026 after signing a four-year deal in 2022 worth more than $800,000 a year.
Speaking on SENQ Mornings, Parker revealed that the New Zealand-born star was keen to part ways with the club to be closer to family.
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"I'm hearing rumblings that one superstar in the game wants to come home to Queensland and be with the family," Parker revealed.
"That player is Jahrome Hughes.
"Whether that's at the end of his contract or not, that remains to be seen."
The 29-year-old made two NRL appearances prior to his signing at the Storm in 2017, donning the Gold Coast Titans jersey in 2013 and playing for the North Queensland Cowboys in 2016.
Hughes has been with Melbourne since 2017 and was appointed vice-captain alongside Cameron Munster for the 2024 season.
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"I know his wife is from the Gold Coast and at this stage, it's just rumblings that I'm hearing," Parker said.
"It remains to be seen if it's before his term of contract or not, but watch this space.
"We'll just see what happens or unfolds in this space moving forward."
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