LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Andrew Johns and other rugby league veterans have firmly dismissed rumors suggesting that Nathan Cleary is contemplating a move to rugby union.
The speculation was sparked last week by former Wallaby Tim Horan, who claimed Cleary was "quite keen" to transition from the NRL to the 15-man game.
Another former Wallaby, Morgan Turinui, echoed this sentiment, stating, "there is interest on both sides." The narrative suggests Cleary might join a UK or European rugby club, allegedly to be closer to his partner, Mary Fowler.
However, prominent figures in the NRL believe these rumors are unfounded.
They contend that a move to rugby union is not in Cleary's near future, emphasizing that fans are "wasting their time" considering such a possibility.
The consensus among these experts is that Cleary is unlikely to make such a drastic career change.
In other NRL news, there are ongoing concerns surrounding Benji Marshall and the Wests Tigers as they continue to struggle, with the team's performance spiraling downward.
Additionally, an incident involving Ezra Mam during a recent Broncos loss has also sparked discussions, drawing attention to the "ugly" aspects of the game.
In summary, while rumors circulate about Nathan Cleary's potential switch to rugby union, NRL greats remain skeptical and confident that he will stay in the NRL.