LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Billy Slater and his missus have been caught in a bit of a rough patch amid Melbourne's tough decision on Ryan Papenhuyzen.
The fullback is on track to hit the market as a free agent on November 1, and there's a chance the Storm might just let him walk.
In the world of Rugby League, losing a key player like Papenhuyzen could ruffle some feathers, especially with legendary figure Billy Slater feeling some type of way about it.
Recent reports suggest that the Storm are willing to let Papenhuyzen test his worth on the open market come November.
Currently raking in $950,000 a season, Papenhuyzen has been offered $750,000 to stay on beyond 2025.
However, if he remains unsigned by November 1, he's free to explore his options elsewhere.
Injuries have plagued the 26-year-old in recent times, and the Storm are mindful of nurturing their rising star, Sua Fa'alogo.
At just 21 years old, Fa'alogo has shown promise but has been kept in the shadows due to Papenhuyzen's presence at fullback.
It's a game of strategy and tough decisions in the world of Rugby League, and the Storm are playing their cards cautiously as they navigate this tricky situation.
Only time will tell how this saga unfolds on the field.