A Sydney Roosters star has emphatically shut down speculation of an NRL switch elsewhere, signing off on a massive $3 million deal that ensures his future remains firmly at Bondi.
The landmark agreement, understood to span several seasons, comes after growing interest from rival clubs monitoring the player’s situation. Rather than allow uncertainty to linger, the Roosters moved decisively — and expensively — to make their stance clear.
“Not this time,” appears to be the message from both club and player.
The deal represents more than just retention. It’s a statement of intent from a club determined to protect its core talent amid an increasingly aggressive recruitment landscape. At a time when star players are regularly testing the market, the Roosters have drawn a hard line.
Sources suggest the player was presented with alternative pathways, including the potential for a fresh start elsewhere. Instead, loyalty, legacy, and belief in the Roosters’ long-term vision ultimately won out.
For the Roosters, the investment reflects confidence not only in the player’s on-field impact but also in his leadership value moving forward. Big contracts bring expectations, and the club is banking on the star repaying that faith through performance and presence.
For supporters, the deal offers rare certainty in a volatile market. While rival clubs regroup, the Roosters move ahead knowing a key piece of their puzzle is locked in.
In a competition where futures are often fluid, this time the answer was clear: not this time.
