Ex-Roosters star’s final move before NRL exit

Roosters star Joey Manu has made one final move as he departs the NRL for Japanese rugby. Photo: Sydney Roosters

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Departing Sydney Rooster Joey Manu has listed his Botany apartment for rent as he makes the move to Japanese rugby club Toyota Verblitz.

He sought $1250 a week for the three-bedroom, two-bathroom unit through R & W’s Bronte Nicholls.

The 160sq m Wilson St space has wall-to-wall glass doors opening to an alfresco terrace.

Manu, who joined the Roosters in 2016, purchased it for $1.15 million in 2019.

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Manu in action for the Roosters. Picture: NRL Photos

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Impressive for its house-size proportions, spacious entertaining terrace and sunny north aspect, this superbly presented apartment occupies a premier parkside position in the Magnolia building of pet-friendly Tailor’s Walk,” the listing reads.

“An architecturally designed urban village complex developed by Frasers Property in collaboration with reputable Richard Crooks Construction. Upscale finishes, soaring ceilings and neutral decor enhance the apartment’s stylish interiors with wall-to-wall glass capturing leafy park views. Features include: – Spacious open plan living and dining area flowing onto oversized north-facing balcony perfect for entertaining.

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The home is for rent for $1250 a week.

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Manu has owned the home for five years.

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Kiwi international Manu, 28, played 181 NRL games for the Roosters including the 2018 and 2019 Grand final victories.

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