Burgess to link with Michael Maguire
The winger is cutting short his three-year deal with the Roosters to return to Wigan next year.
He has made only four appearances for Trent Robinson’s side.
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Hide AdNow, he has been given permission to play the remainder of this season with South Sydney.
Ex-Wigan coach Maguire is the coach of the Rabbitohs, who have England internationals Sam, George and Tom Burgess – no relation – in their squad.
Confirmation of the move is expected early this week.
Burgess made his Wigan debut in 2013 and became a firm fans’ favourite over the following two years before moving to the NRL.
His return home, confirmed last Friday, has been well-received by many Warriors supporters.