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Penrith Panthers player contract negotiations

Overview

The Penrith Panthers continue to navigate complex player contract negotiations as the NRL season progresses.

Negotiations with back-rower Liam Martin have been officially paused until the conclusion of the current season to avoid distractions during the finals series. Martin, 29, is reportedly seeking a three-year extension through 2030. His manager, Allan Gainey, expressed confidence in reaching an agreement once 2026 commitments are complete, though specific financial terms remain uncertain due to the status of other key players.

Co-captain Isaah Yeo is reportedly close to securing a deal beyond 2027. Meanwhile, speculation regarding halfback Nathan Cleary has intensified following the signing of his younger brother, Jett Cleary. Nathan Cleary, whose contract expires after 2027, indicated that the prospect of training and potentially playing alongside Jett is something he would ‘cherish’.

As the September finals series approach, Cleary remains a focal point of the competition, having recently earned the Wally Lewis Medal and Brad Fittler Medal.

Entities

Penrith Panthers · Nathan Cleary · Isaah Yeo · Liam Martin · Jett Cleary

Timeline

  1. 5 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Nathan Cleary linked to Penrith Panthers extension as brother Jett signs

    The signing of Jett Cleary by the Penrith Panthers may encourage Nathan Cleary to extend his stay with the club, amid high expectations for his performance in the upcoming NRL finals.

  2. 18 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Penrith Panthers pause Liam Martin contract talks

    Penrith Panthers and Liam Martin have paused contract extension talks until after the season to avoid distractions during the finals series, pending clarity on Nathan Cleary’s future.

  3. 30 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Penrith Panthers nearing Isaah Yeo re-signing amid Cleary uncertainty

    The Penrith Panthers are nearing a re-signing with co-captain Isaah Yeo, while negotiations with Nathan Cleary remain ongoing. Isaiah Papalii and Paul Alamoti are also set to extend their stays.

Sources

americanindependent.com · smh.com.au · theage.com.au · theqldr.com.au · thesportingbase.com

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