In one of the most stunning moves in NRL history, superstar halfback Nathan Cleary has officially signed with the Brisbane Broncos on a four-year deal worth $6.4 million, sources close to the club confirmed Monday morning.
The former Penrith Panthers captain, widely regarded as the game’s premier playmaker, will join the Broncos starting in 2026, reuniting with several Origin teammates and immediately catapulting Brisbane into premiership favoritism.
> “I’m grateful for everything at Penrith, but this is about a new challenge and legacy. Brisbane is a massive club, and I want to be part of something special up here,” Cleary said in a brief statement.
This unprecedented move shatters the previous record for the richest NRL contract, previously held by Kalyn Ponga. The deal includes marquee-player exemptions, strategic third-party arrangements, and performance incentives linked to finals success.
More details to follow as the NRL world reacts to the bombshell signing.
