NRL winger Daniel Vidot says he has scored WWE contract after tryout in US

DANIEL Vidot launched a shock bid to switch from the NRL to WWE and it appears he’s been successful, saying he will be offered a multi-year deal.

RUGBY League star Daniel Vidot says he has secured a contract with WWE.

The Australian-Samoan said on his Facebook page that he has been offered a three-year-deal by the sports entertainment giant, having successfully completed a three-day trial at their famed Performance Centre.

The former Brisbane winger is set to give NRL away to take up a short term deal in Rugby Union before relocating to the US to chase his pro wrestling dream.

“WWE trial finished and they said ... Yes,” Vidot posted on Facebook on Saturday morning.

“They’re keen to sign me. Three year deal, is what it’s looking like but won’t be til a couple of years away.

“But first (I must) finish off my rugby contract)... Then (I) am looking to do the big switch.”

Vidot added: “To all the young youth out there, don’t doubt your dreams.

“Don’t listen to the haters talking behind your back. They are all behind you for a reason.”

WATCH VIDOT IN TWO INFAMOUS NRL BRAWLS IN THE VIDEO ABOVE!

Daniel Vidot impressed in his mission to WWE tryouts.

The 25-year-old has spent the last three days in Orlando, Florida trailing for a contract with the wrestling giant.

During that time he was taught basic wrestling moves with his fitness the key component tested. He also worked on his interview skills, something Vidot is well versed in due to his years in NRL.

Daniel Vidot in action for the Broncos this year.

This is not the first time WWE has signed a football star.

The company is well known for transforming those with an athletic background info household names.

Dwayne Johnson, better known as The Rock was a failed football player before he turned to wrestling and took Hollywood by the throat, becoming the highest grossing actor in 2014.

Vidot is an actor who performed in several plays early in his career when he was at Canberra.

Vidot is the fourth Australian male to sign a deal with the WWE. Nathan Jones was briefly contracted, while two young wrestlers from Melbourne are currently in the development system.

Originally published as NRL winger Daniel Vidot says he has scored WWE contract after tryout in US