Penrith faces contract crisis as Nathan Cleary, 10 others enter final year
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary downplayed roster distractions Wednesday as 11 players including halfback son Nathan enter final contract years. Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga declared interest in Nathan Cleary if unsigned by November, while captain Isaah Yeo plans testing the open market. Cleary said retention work continues but respects players exploring options as Penrith prepares to face Parramatta.
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Published 21 Jul 2026, 05:31 UTC · Updated 21 Jul 2026, 05:41 UTC
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