St George Illawarra and Samoan-born flyer Peter Mata’utia believes Polynesian players should have the flexible option of playing for their family heritage and State of Origin if they qualify.

“I think if you were born in the state you should be right to play,” Mata’uita told nrl.com.

“That’s how it should be in Origin anyway. If you were born in NSW it shouldn’t matter where you play your first game that’s who you should play for. For Polynesian guys who were born in Australia and have a Polynesian background, they deserve to have that option.

“I think everyone knows where they’re born and where they come from. As long as you know and it’s legit then you deserve it.”