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NRL 2026: The November 1 verdict on every off-contract five-eighth, Cameron Munster, Blaize Talagi, Perth Bears targeting Matt Burton, links to rivals, transfer whispers

November 1 has officially arrived and with it comes the opportunity for off-contract NRL players to speak with rivals as the race for some of the game’s biggest stars heats up.

By Ethan Lee Chalk · FOX Sports Australia

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 8:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Fox Sports delivered verdicts on nine off-contract NRL five-eighths eligible to talk to rival clubs on November 1.
Matt Burton and Cameron Munster are both predicted to leave their clubs, with Burton linked to the Perth Bears.
Blaize Talagi, Jayden Sullivan, Luke Brooks, and Lyhkan King-Togia were also predicted to depart their current clubs.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Fox Sports assessed the contract outlook for nine NRL five-eighths becoming eligible to negotiate with rival clubs on November 1. High-profile playmakers Blaize Talagi, Cameron Munster, and Matt Burton are tipped to leave their current teams. Munster rejected a two-year extension offer from the Melbourne Storm, while Canterbury Bulldogs general manager Phil Gould confirmed Burton was granted permission to test the open market.

Fox Sports also projected departures for Jayden Sullivan, Luke Brooks, and Lyhkan King-Togia from their respective clubs. Conversely, Latu Fainu is expected to remain with the Wests Tigers, while Te Maire Martin and Trent Toelau are tipped to stay with the New Zealand Warriors and Melbourne Storm.

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