LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Recent updates confirm that Daly Cherry-Evans, the halfback for the Manly Sea Eagles, has yet to sign a contract for the 2026 season, though he remains determined to continue playing.
Speculation about his potential retirement has circulated lately, particularly due to the Sea Eagles' disappointing performance this season. After a lackluster showing against the Wests Tigers, the team is nearly out of finals contention.
Although there remains a slim chance for the team to secure a spot in the final eight, they will require favorable results over the next three weeks.
Following the game, Cherry-Evans expressed his disappointment over the team's decline, stating he had hoped to conclude his time with Manly by participating in the finals.
His performance throughout the 2025 season has been a subject of ongoing discussion. The Queensland Origin representative, who was dropped after the first game of the series, has struggled to revitalize Manly's play since announcing his intention to depart the club earlier this season.