Lees was reported to be leaving on 17 August; 4 outlets reported it, none carried a figure.
NRL.com reported on 17 August that Matty Lees has signed with the new PNG Chiefs, joining from St Helens ahead of their 2028 NRL entry. Coverage from news.com.au and ABC News confirms he is the fourth player to leave Saints for the club, joining Jarome Luai, Joey Manu and other signings.
Matty Lees · signed through 2028 · 2028 at the PNG Chiefs · Cap Dramas Estimate: $670K a season (range $495K–$845K, Unconfirmed).
Lees was reported to be leaving on 17 August; 4 outlets reported it, none carried a figure.