Recent speculation about Nathan Cleary's potential move to the Super League has garnered attention, although insiders are now dismissing these rumors.
This month, reports surfaced that Hull FC expressed interest in Cleary, even presenting a multi-million-pound proposal to gauge his interest.
The purported deal amounts to approximately $1.9 million (AUD) annually over a span of four years.
Such reports have only fueled ongoing narratives linking the top halfback to a Super League transition.
With Cleary's contract expiring at the close of 2027, he will be eligible to negotiate with other clubs starting November 1 this year-birthing increased speculation.
Adding complexity to the topic is Cleary's relationship. His partner, Mary Fowler, plays in the Women's Super League in England, which has intensified discussions about a possible move.
In early April, conversations sparked by Ben Elias during NRL 360 suggested Cleary received a four-year offer from Hull FC, based on insights from former Hull halfback Garry Schofield. However, Hull FC CEO Richie Myler downplayed the situation.
"The Nathan Cleary scenario is that in March 2025, and I'll show you the email, I sent his agent an email and said this is where we are as a club, I've seen the reports of potentially wanting to be closer to his partner as she plays for Man City. So I did send an email saying we are an ambitious club," Myler shared with Love Rugby League.
"We didn't speak figures, but I did say I understand the gravity of the number. I said if ever there was an opportunity it would be unbelievable not only for Hull FC but the game. We would like to have a conversation, and they politely replied saying thank you, but he's happy where he is. That was it. That was the last I heard of it, and that was March 2025."