Ryan Papenhuyzen set to test NRL open market after cut-price Melbourne Storm offer
Ryan Papenhuyzen looks set to test the NRL open market after a cut-price extension offer from the Melbourne Storm.
According to The Sydney Morning Herald, the 26-year-old is keen to find out his value when he becomes available on November 1, despite having a contract on the table.
Papenhuyzen's current contract at the Storm is worth an estimated $1.1 million including endorsements, but the club have only offered him $750,000 under their cap for the 2026 season and beyond.
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It's likely that Papenhuyzen could receive seven figures from rival clubs, should he opt to knock back Melbourne's deal and depart at the end of next year.
Ryan Papenhuyzen has been a mainstay at the Storm for many years. Getty
The parties have been in negotiations for a number of weeks.
After battling his way back from a number of injuries, Papenhuyzen returned to form this season and helped his side into a grand final.
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The speedster crossed for 13 tries in 20 games, starring in Melbourne's prelim final victory over the Sydney Roosters.
At this stage, Papenhuyzen has not addressed his playing future beyond 2025.
