Cherry-Evans Declines Manly's Offer, Eyes Future Options

Manly Sea Eagles captain Daly Cherry-Evans has announced he will leave the club at the end of the 2025 season, despite being offered a last-minute two-year contract extension worth $1.4 million. Cherry-Evans, who has decided in consultation with his family and friends, intends to explore other opportunities or possibly retire, creating interest from the Dolphins and Roosters. Manly has already initiated talks with Canberra’s Jamal Fogarty as a potential replacement, and the handling of the negotiations has drawn criticism. Cherry-Evans, who has been a central figure at Manly since 2011, is yet to decide on his future, but his departure will mark the end of an era at the Sea Eagles.