Gold Coast have locked in Jamal Fogarty as their chief playmaker for the next two years after extending his contract until the end of the 2023 NRL season.
Already signed on for next season, the Titans ensured Fogarty would not become a free agent on November 1 by signing a new deal.
The 27-year-old halfback has come into his own since being plucked from the wilderness by the Titans, without Queensland Cup being played in 2020.
With Ash Taylor off contract and yet to be re-signed, coach Justin Holbrook is likely to partner Fogarty with youngster Toby Sexton in 2022.
"It is great that Jamal has extended his time with us," Holbrook said.
"He has done a fantastic job for us since joining the team last season.
"I think Jamal, as we've said a number of times, is a great story as a late incumbent into our club.
"Apart from what he'll bring on field, he will be great at helping to develop our young halves that are coming through."
Meanwhile, Queensland second-rower Felise Kaufusi on Friday extended his stay at Melbourne, signing a one-year deal through to the end of 2022.
"He's an integral part of our forward pack and has stepped up to our leadership group, helping our younger forwards on and off the field," Storm general manager of football Frank Ponissi said.
