Marika Koroibete

A talented Fijian winger, Marika Koroibete has won over many Melbourne Storm fans since joining the club several years ago. For Koroibete, though, the time has come for him to seek a new challenge.

To date, Koroibete has played in 57 games, 41 of those with the Storm. In the process, he has scored 27 tries for the club.

Whilst it was not an easy decision for Koroibete to make, it was a decision he made because of his family.

“It was a very hard decision to make to leave Storm, but it’s a great opportunity for my young family here in Melbourne and my family back home in Fiji,”said Koroibete.

“While I have made the decision about next year, my focus is on finishing here at Storm in the best way, it’s a tight group of players and hopefully we can have a good rest of the season.

I am very excited about what we can do this season.”

The club admit disappointment in seeing Koroibete opt to leave at the end of the season, but were quick to wish him the best once he does depart.

“We are very disappointed and sad to see Marika go, he has made an enormous impact at the Club since he arrived in 2014.

“He is very popular amongst our players and affectionately known as the Flying Fijian amongst fans. We totally understand though this was a very tough decision for him and he has made it in the best interests of his partner Emma and young son Iliesa.

“We wish Marika and his family all the best and they are always welcome back at Melbourne Storm, we know his focus will be on finishing in the best possible way with the Club for the rest of the 2016 season.”

By ricky

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