NSW Waratahs outside back Max Jorgensen admits there is unfinished business in the blue and gold jerseys as he commits to Australian Rugby long-term.
Jorgensen signed a two year contract but is expected to stay beyond the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
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The 19-year-old has been a sensation since his debut game, scoring a double against the ACT Brumbies.
“I love this club, the coaching staff and the boys here. It’s pretty hard to leave an environment like this," he told reporters.
“I’m excited for the next two years and really happy with my decision.”
Jorgensen was set to play for the Wallabies at last year's World Cup before a broken leg cruelled his plans.
“To not put on the jersey, that was devastating," he admits.
“Injuries happen, it is what it is but I aspire to put on that gold jersey was devastating.”
Waratahs coach Darren Coleman was pleased with his development as he turned down the opportunity to join the NRL.
"A good cheer came up. Maxi broke the internet last night when it was all announced," Coleman said.
"Everyone's just stoked he's going to be around."
Whilst his talent is undeniable, it's his toughness that has coach Coleman most proud as he deals with the rigours of Super Rugby.
“He’s unflappable and the interesting thing is he’s just exceeded our expectations at every step since we originally recruited him," Coleman explained
“He backed his ability and got there, started on night one when he scored off his first touch and got twice in the first game
“He came out of the box pretty quick but that’s one the things that I think made him appeal to the Wallabies and us is that he makes mistakes like anyone else but just gets back on with the job.
“He’s overcome adversity with injury…He had a pretty stretched run from the Crusaders onwards with knee, shoulder, and ankle injuries. It hasn’t been a clean slate, everyone’s talking about Max being the wonder boy but he’s been in some dark holes in the last 8-12 months.”
