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  • #46
    Originally posted by Rooster_6 View Post

    Yeh born in Redcliffe, his Dad played for the Dolphins and he played for them as a kid.

    Makes sense.
    Apparently Teddy, Robson & DCE have the same manager.
    Not a bad spine with Walker at 5/8

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    • #47
      Originally posted by Horry View Post
      https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/dal...24-p5lm56.html

      Manly skipper Daly Cherry-Evans has informed the club this season will be his last for the Sea Eagles.

      While the 36-year-old halfback has decided not to continue at Brookvale beyond this year, he will wait until later in the season before deciding whether to seek a contract elsewhere to play on in 2026.

      Cherry-Evans is expected to address his future on Channel Nine’s 100% Footy on Monday night.

      Cherry-Evans is still regarded as one of the NRL’s premier halfbacks and has started the year in stellar form. A number of rival NRL clubs are monitoring his situation in the hope he decides to play on into his 16th season.

      A premiership winner in his first season at Manly in 2011, Cherry-Evans is also the incumbent Queensland captain and halfback, though he has yet to decide whether he will play State of Origin in 2025.

      There has been speculation the Dragons, Roosters and Dolphins are among the clubs keeping tabs on Cherry-Evans.

      Despite reports to the contrary over the past fortnight, Manly officials have said Cherry-Evans has not requested a two-year extension to his contract, which expires at the end of the season.

      Cherry-Evans is on a deal worth close to $1 million this year. He is still playing at a high level and remains arguably one of the top four halfbacks in the competition, alongside Nathan Cleary ($1.2 million), Mitchell Moses ($1.25 million) and Jahrome Hughes ($900,000).

      The Sea Eagles have already spent big money on retaining the likes of Haumole Olakau’atu, Tolutau Koula, Jason Saab and Taniela Paseka, and have salary cap restraints in 2026.

      Cherry-Evans met Manly officials over the off season to discuss his future. At the time, it was reported the Sea Eagles were working on a contingency plan for life after his departure.

      That involved fullback Tom Trbojevic potentially moving into the five-eighth role, opening the door for young Tongan international Lehi Hopoate to move permanently to fullback. Hopoate has since signed an extension with the club.

      Since debuting for Manly under Des Hasler in 2011, notching up a club record 333 games for the Sea Eagles.

      Cherry-Evans has been a loyal servant to the club throughout his entire career, leading Manly to nine finals series, two grand finals and a premiership in his 14 seasons since debuting in 2011.

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      From Sunday - SMH

      Daly Cherry-Evans could be valued at less than $400,000 in the salary cap by the NRL next year if Manly want to re-sign him. But right now, the club privately believes he entered this year leaning towards giving the game away at the end of the season.

      Manly insiders, not authorised to speak publicly, say Cherry-Evans has been told about a potential coaching job at the club, while media opportunities are also being put forward.

      Expect a decision very soon as Cherry-Evans is a club man who does not enjoy the spotlight.

      There has been a lot written and said about Cherry-Evans’ future. At this point, he has not yet made up his mind whether to play on in 2026. And that’s a long way from demanding a two-year extension to stay at Manly, as has been suggested in some areas. Neither the club nor DCE’s management say they have heard anything about demands for a two-year contract extension.

      Some of the commentary about Cherry-Evans has gone down badly with those close to him.

      Cherry-Evans is keeping things to himself, so the truth is not easy to extract. From what this column can ascertain, the club is completely aware of his position, that he is still contemplating his future.

      Sources at the NRL, not authorised to speak publicly, tell me Cherry-Evans will not break the bank for the Sea Eagles, or another club, if he wants to play next year. The Eagles have been told he will be valued by the NRL at $400,000, or even less, on the salary cap.

      That is in line with Ben Hunt and his valuation at the Broncos. Hunt, 34, was seen as a $650,000 player by the NRL. That would mean Manly would pick up a bargain buy if Cherry-Evans, 36, was to stay, particularly when compared to the monster $1.4 million-a-season deal Dylan Brown will earn in Newcastle.
      The NRL can nominate a minimum figure for a player’s salary it will accept on the club’s salary cap, to avoid clubs being advantaged by a player agreeing to a contract significantly below market value. They won’t discuss publicly what the DCE figure is.

      There are several other NRL clubs watching what Cherry-Evans does, and they will pay significantly more for a 12-month stint, which could be extended if he plays to the level everybody knows he can. DCE could earn in the order of $800,000 at rival teams if he shocked everyone and decided to test the market.

      One of the clubs watching closely is the Roosters, who like DCE’s character and his relationship with their young half Sam Walker.

      Cherry-Evans, who will be 37 by the start of next season, has shown no signs of slowing down, and with quality halfbacks thin on the ground in the NRL, he could make big money.

      One thing that can’t be challenged is his commitment to a big year with Manly.
      If Manly win the comp his value will jump from $400k to $1 million a year.

      Api will most likely be in the SOO squad if the Tigers are in the top 6 when the Blues team is selected.

      Success changes everything!

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      • #48
        Originally posted by Chook2 View Post

        I thought Luai was overated until watching him play last year being the main playmaker with Cleary being away
        before that he was kind of a passenger

        they will replace him eventually

        interesting to see if JFH fades away being with the warriors
        He looked 5 dimensional against us.

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        • #49
          Originally posted by Mickie Lane View Post

          What about Pearcy.
          I miss his 20 metre bullet pass.

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          • #50
            He is exactly what the Fins need because they're so young and inexperienced, yet incredibly talented. They need someone who knows how to finish a game.

            Having said that, so do we.

            Although signing DCE would a panic buy if we got him.

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            • #51
              Stick with the academy model.

              If we didn't miss tackles, held the ball and were MORE disciplined - we would be so much better off.

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              • #52
                Jeez I would be real disappointed if it’s the Chooks that are chasing him, A real transit lounge signing.

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                • #53
                  Would take in a heartbeat but feel he may have just called Manly’s bluff to get an extra year out of them. Seems to have worked.

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                  • #54
                    Why notink Reynolds with us as well. He's happy to come back south if he can't score a deal with the ponies.

                    So yeah just might as well link everyone to us. These rumour starters figure we get rid of our whole side and replace with imports.

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                    • #55
                      Just mentioned he is keen to play on next year
                      hasn’t made a decision where or that he will play

                      all it will do is create a media circus

                      mentioned he might not make his decision to end of the year

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                      • #56
                        He is still one of the best halves in the comp. And one of the fittest. Could do 2 more yrs easy. Rarely injured

                        He will stay at Manly who will give him the 2yrs he wants.
                        Embrace the Hate! JC

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                        • #57
                          Originally posted by John Corey View Post
                          He is still one of the best halves in the comp. And one of the fittest. Could do 2 more yrs easy. Rarely inured

                          He will stay at Manly who will give him the 2yrs he wants.
                          He just declined their offer live on air and confirmed he’s done with them at end of the season so I don’t think that’s the case.

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                          • #58
                            Originally posted by Chook2 View Post
                            Just mentioned he is keen to play on next year
                            hasn’t made a decision where or that he will play

                            all it will do is create a media circus

                            mentioned he might not make his decision to end of the year
                            Reminds me of 2017.

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                            • #59
                              Originally posted by HunchoRooster View Post

                              He just declined their offer live on air and confirmed he’s done with them at end of the season so I don’t think that’s the case.
                              I didn't see that mate. I thought he was bluffing. Dolphins then.

                              What's with all the bloody Ads on here.

                              I can't join through a browser anymore. Gotta go thru fb. The Ads have doubled.
                              Embrace the Hate! JC

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                              • #60
                                Originally posted by HunchoRooster View Post

                                He just declined their offer live on air and confirmed he’s done with them at end of the season so I don’t think that’s the case.
                                Manly deserve what they get.
                                According to DCE he and his mngt have been liasing with senior officials since Dec '24 for a 2yr extension. Up until tonight they have not put a deal on the table.

                                A loyal servant of 15 years who remains fit, agile and intelligent, deserves better.

                                The idiots on the north shore must have their heads in the sand too, allowing Jamie Humphrey to sign with the Vermin.

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