Beale's confident his mooted Waratahs return would spark a return to form. Source: Brett Costello / News Limited
KURTLEY Beale is on his way "home", and is confident a return to the Waratahs next year can help him re-discover the world-class form he enjoyed when last in Sydney.
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Beale confirmed yesterday a deal was almost finalised for him to wear the sky blue jersey again in 2014, which he wore from 2007 to 2011 before a two-season stint in Melbourne.
With Israel Folau also indicating this week he is also nearing a new deal with the Waratahs, the potential for a Beale-Folau double-act at NSW next year will be mouth-watering for Tahs fans.
"I have had a couple of yarns with 'Cheik' (coach Michael Cheika), he seems pretty keen to get me involved, and I would love to add to the Tahs next year," Beale said.
"Hopefully, if all goes well, that's my intention. My manager is just working on that and we're just waiting on the paperwork to sort a few things out."
Beale became one of the best players in the world in his last years at the Waratahs, nominated for IRB player of the year in 2010 and winning the 2011 John Eales medal in 2011.
His two seasons in Melbourne were not nearly as happy, with injuries and off-field drama; including his recent entry into rehabilitation for alcohol issues.
A return to Sydney is seen by many as a positive step for Beale to get life in order on and off the field. Including Beale.
"It's just home mate. I have been fortunate to be able to be around family and close friends over the last month or so, and that's been special," Beale said.
"I have realised there is no other place than home. I guess you really appreciate that fact you have that support around you, and in life you can tend to get lost when you don't have that support.
"I am happy here, and speaking to the Tahs boys, I have played there before and its always a good feeling there. They're a good bunch of blokes in the squad."
Beale is currently recuperating from shoulder surgery, which has ruled him out of any rugby for the rest of 2013.
"I'll forget the Spring Tour, and just get the body in good condition," Beale said. "I'll get the shoulder nice and strong and hopefully come January I will be ready to train full contact and play first game next year."
Beale, who said he was "still hurting" from the Lions series defeat, said he saw his future playing at five-eighth but would be comfortable at fullback as well. The problem is, adds Beale, is the Waratahs have two Wallaby squad members in those spots: Bernard Foley and Folau.
"I have been saying 10, I would like to play 10," Beale said.
"But if everything pans out with the Tahs, Bernard (Foley) is playing well there for them at the moment. We'll see how it goes.
"Izzy on the wing? Maybe. There are a lot of options, which is great. It definitely keeps me on my toes, competition like that. I am just very eager to get back and mix it among some of the best."
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