Parramatta Eels have drawn near to signing Canterbury Bulldogs centre centre Maika Luai following the collapse of Volkan Erdengiz contract negotiations. The club included Luai in its squad as the Tigers struggle with internal issues caused by his move. Insiders say a $1.2 million offer is available, intended to bring Luai home in a return deal. The move could see Luai return to his starting NRL team, while the Bulldogs aim to rebuild after the loss of a vital playmaker.