'We are all disappointed': Daly Cherry-Evans officially knocks back Sea Eagles contract extension
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Daly Cherry-Evans has officially knocked back Manly's contract extension and will leave the club at the end of this season.
After a tumultuous few days, the club confirmed on Thursday afternoon that the 36-year-old had informed them he would not be taking up their revised two-year offer.
Cherry-Evans will now either join a rival NRL club or retire as a one-club player.
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Daly Cherry-Evans will leave Manly at the end of 2025. Getty
"Obviously we are all disappointed that Daly has decided to end his stay at Manly, but we respect his decision," chief executive Tony Mestrov said.
"Only Daly knows what is right for him and his family. We do know that he is the ultimate professional and he will want to go out a winner."
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Manly's all-time games record holder has expressed his desire to continue his career, with the likes of the Roosters and Dolphins emerging as early options.
Cherry-Evans reiterated wanting to give the Sea Eagles clarity early in the year in an official statement and his desire to leave with a premiership ring.
"I wanted to confirm I was leaving the club now, rather than making a call later in the season, so that we can get on with our goal of winning a premiership," he said.
"I love this club and this group of players. I am fully committed to giving my absolute best over the coming months to make this season the best it can possibly be."
The champion halfback will play on Sunday against Parramatta at Brookvale Oval.
