[8] Makatoa joined the Parramatta Eels' New South Wales Cup squad in 2020, again under coach Carr.

[9] In Round 22 2021, Makatoa made his NRL debut for Parramatta against the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles at Sunshine Coast Stadium, which ended in a 56-10 defeat.

[11] Makatoa played 23 games for Parramatta in the 2022 NRL season including two finals matches.

[13] Makatoa played a total of 17 matches for Parramatta which were all from the interchange bench in the 2023 NRL season as the club finished 10th and missed the finals.

[14] Makatoa made ten appearances for Parramatta in the 2024 NRL season as the club finished 15th on the table.