In a landmark agreement, Nathan Cleary has secured a $110.5 million handshake contract extension with the Penrith Panthers. This deal, one of the most lucrative in NRL history, reflects Cleary’s pivotal role in the team’s success and the club’s long-term vision. The handshake nature of the contract emphasizes mutual trust and commitment between Cleary and the Panthers’ management.
Cleary’s new contract ensures his place at the helm of the Panthers’ halves for the foreseeable future, solidifying his status as one of the game’s premier playmakers. The extension also allows the club to navigate salary cap challenges by releasing several veteran players, including long-serving prop James Fisher-Harris and dynamic winger Brian To’o.
This strategic move positions the Panthers to remain competitive in the NRL, with Cleary leading the charge towards future premierships.
