LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Kalyn Ponga's future at Newcastle Knights has been thrown into doubt amidst an NRL salary cap bombshell, leaving fans wondering about the young star's next move on the rugby league field.
Concerns have been raised about Ponga's future at the club after claims from his father that he's owed money from a third-party sponsorship deal, with The Sydney Morning Herald reporting that the NRL Integrity Unit is investigating the situation.
Ponga's father Andre met with league officials to discuss the lucrative deal, which is believed to have been worth a pretty penny.
The NRL, which approved the deal initially, is now looking into whether it breached salary cap regulations that keep player agreements separate from their footy clubs.
Rumours are circulating that the sponsorship deal was made with a business associate of a powerful figure at the Knights, which could spell trouble for Ponga and his future with the team.
Rugby league pundit Michael Chammas has even suggested that this saga might lead Ponga to reconsider his contract extension with Newcastle or even consider a move elsewhere.
In the meantime, Ponga is recovering from a Lisfranc injury on his foot, keeping him out of action for a couple of months.
As the situation continues to unfold, fans and commentators alike are bracing for more drama and uncertainty surrounding Ponga's future in the NRL.
The young star's camp is reportedly feeling the heat, leading many to speculate on what the next play might be for this talented player.