The Sunday Telegraph has reported that since Tuqiri rejected the ARU's offer more than a week ago, he has discussed his future with rugby league clubs.

The former Brisbane Bronco met with new Cronulla coach Ricky Stuart on Thursday, and is also being chased by Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney Roosters, Gold Coast and South Sydney.

Tuqiri said that money wasn't the reason why he turned down the ARU's lucrative offer.

"At this stage there are some key components that we spoke about but haven't appeared in the contract. At the moment, the deal from the ARU isn't satisfactory, but you don't always knock over a deal at the first go," he said.

"This is the biggest contract of my career and I want to get it right.''

The newspaper also reported that Tuqiri's main concern was how his promotion value to the ARU was perceived.

Tuqiri said his meeting with Stuart was part of the process of leaving 'no stone unturned' before he made his final decision.

The Waratahs winger also plans to meet with officials from the Queensland Reds, to discuss a potential move to his former state if he decides to stay in rugby union.

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