Brisbane five-eighth Gayle Broughton says she’s been on an “emotional rollercoaster” since deciding to leave the NRLW club where she thought she’d retire.

Sunday’s grand final against the Sydney Roosters will be Broughton’s last game for the Broncos before returning home to New Zealand and joining the Warriors in 2026.

The ex-Olympian had been linked with the Warriors in recent weeks, but confirmed and addressed the move for the first time after starring in Sunday’s grand final qualifier against Newcastle.

Gayle Broughton in action for the Broncos at Suncorp Stadium on Sunday. Credit: Getty Images

“It was purely based around my son. My partner’s whanau as well, they’re all back in New Zealand,” Broughton said.

“I’d do anything for my son, I’d move heaven and earth for him. If that

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