Two clubs set to make major play for Liam Martin with November 1 looming

He is set to hit the open market in two weeks time.

By Magdalena Murdoch · Zero Tackle

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 11:13 PM

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The Cronulla Sharks and Brisbane Broncos are preparing to pursue Penrith forward Liam Martin ahead of November 1.
Martin is seeking a three-year permanent extension worth approximately $1 million per season.
The 29-year-old second-rower becomes eligible to negotiate with rival clubs for the 2028 season starting November 1.

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The Cronulla Sharks and Brisbane Broncos are preparing to pursue Penrith Panthers forward Liam Martin when he hits the open market on November 1. The 29-year-old representative second-rower is off-contract at the end of 2027 and will be eligible to negotiate rival deals for the 2028 season if Penrith cannot finalize an extension beforehand.

Martin is reportedly seeking a three-year deal worth approximately $1 million per season, an increase from his current $750,000 salary. While Martin reportedly prefers to stay at Penrith, the club faces salary cap pressure as co-captains Nathan Cleary and Isaah Yeo also become eligible to negotiate on November 1.

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Two clubs set to make major play for Liam Martin with November 1 looming

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