Manly Sea Eagles winger Reuben Garrick is reportedly poised to enter the open market later this year, as the club has yet to offer him a formal contract extension beyond his current deal.
Eligible to negotiate with other teams from November 1, the absence of an extension offer has raised questions about Garrick’s future at the club he has called home since his 2019 debut.
The 28-year-old has established himself as a proven performer for the club, having played over 150 games for Manly and scored more than 1,300 points.
Currently under contract until the end of 2026, Reuben Garrick’s manager, David Riolo, confirmed that negotiations with Manly over a contract extension have yet to produce an agreement.
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“Reuben loves it at Manly, but we haven't been able to reach an agreement yet," Riolo told the Wide World of Sports.
“Unless things change, he will test the market in November. It's not that far away.”
According to Wide World of Sports, the Perth Bears have emerged as frontrunners to sign the star winger and centre, with Garrick firmly “in the sights” of the club as they look to build their inaugural squad for the 2027 season.
The Sea Eagles face a crucial period ahead in retaining their key talent.
Alongside Reuben Garrick, several important players, including seasoned forward Nathan Brown, hooker Jake Simpkin, and the club’s cornerstone brothers, Jake and Tom Trbojevic, will be eligible to negotiate with rival clubs from November 1 if new contracts are not secured.