However, most of his rugby in Brisbane was played at Ballymore, having run out onto Suncorp Stadium only three times.

He said he was honoured, if a little "uncomfortable" with the honour.

"I stand here very reluctantly. If I was selecting the subject of the statue, it wouldn't be me," Eales said.

"I played with so many great players for both Queensland and Australia and I've watched many others since I've retired – players who were far more influential on games than I was.

"This is a rugby honour, far more than it is my honour."

Designed by sculptor Liam Hardy, the statue of Eales will stand at more than three metres tall and weigh approximately 300 kilograms.

It will be the fifth statue at Suncorp Stadium, with the other four – all of Queensland State of Origin icons - at the Caxton Street end.

More could soon be on the way, with Queensland sports minister Michael de Brenni saying he would welcome suggestions for others – including from soccer, the other major tenant at Suncorp Stadium.

It's understood the Milton Street end, where the Eales statue will be positioned, will be set aside for statues of rugby and soccer greats.

Three-time Brisbane Roar championship winner Thomas Broich and former Socceroos coach Frank Farina are among the popular choices.