Roosters make final call on Sam Walker after negotiation breakdown

Walker is heading to November 1.

By Scott Pryde · Zero Tackle

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 12:43 AM

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The Sydney Roosters have confirmed they are moving on from halfback Sam Walker.
Contract negotiations between Walker and the club collapsed earlier in the week.
The Roosters will not reopen contract talks with the playmaker.

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The Sydney Roosters have officially confirmed that they are moving on from halfback Sam Walker. The decision comes after contract negotiations between the club and the playmaker broke down earlier in the week and will not be reopened.

Following the collapse of extension talks, Walker is set to enter the open market on November 1. This milestone allows rival NRL clubs to officially negotiate and present offers for the departing halfback.

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