Dylan Walker released by One New Zealand Warriors, joins Australia's Parramatta Eels

One New Zealand Warriors forward Dylan Walker has returned to Australia after being released by club on compassionate grounds. The 30-year-old Walker is set to join join Parramatta Eels, the Australian professional rugby league football club.

He had joined One New Zealand Warriors in 2023 on a three-year deal. He has played 232 games in Australia's National Rugby League with 124 of them coming for Manly Warringah.

One New Zealand Warriors CEO Cameron George issued a statement on the development and wished Walker all the best. “We were keen for Dylan to stay until the end of the season but we appreciate why he needs to return to Sydney. We’ve really enjoyed having him at our club and he has given us tremendous service. He goes with our support and best wishes.”


Walker appeared in 46 matches for match for One New Zealand Warriors and his last match was on March 21 when he ended on the winning side as his team beat Te Atatu Roosters at Go Media Stadium.

His deal with Parramatta Eels is until the end of 2026 season. Parramatta Eels General Manager of Football Mark O'Neill said, "We’re excited to have a player of Dylan’s caliber join the Eels. Dylan is such a tough competitor who will suit our style of football and he will provide class and experience to our team.”

His first game for Parramatta Eels will be against St. George Illawarra Dragons in round five of the National Rugby League in Sydney on April 5.