Cherry-Evans to keep waiting on next move after Manly
Daly Cherry-Evans has refused to confirm whether he will play on next year, but says any announcement on his future won't be coming "any time soon".
Cherry-Evans' rollercoaster final year at Manly continued this week, with coach Anthony Seibold denying any suggestion the captaincy could change hands.
The Sea Eagles halfback also addressed players in recent weeks, with it his turn to lead a "campfire" chat where Manly players and staff speak to the group.
Cherry-Evans' future has been one of the main talking points in the NRL since he announced in March that this season would be his last with the Sea Eagles.
In the time since, Manly have been guilty of going from genuine contenders to a picture of inconsistency, with several players below their best.
Speaking after Manly's pressure-relieving 28-10 win over Wests Tigers, Cherry-Evans said he'd been assured by players his future had not been a distraction.
As things stand, the 36-year-old is widely expected to end up at the Sydney Roosters next year after suggesting in March his preference was to play on.
"There won't be anything happening soon, I dare say," Cherry-Evans said when asked if he was close to announcing his next move.
"We've spoken about it as a team, we definitely don't feel it [my future] is a distraction.
"I am friends with a lot of the boys, teammates with everyone but even closer with a heap of the boys I have been here with for eight or 10 years.
"I have a good understanding of what does and doesn't affect the group. So I'm feeling pretty good about it."
Cherry-Evans had reiterated last month he planned to play into 2026, with the motivation "definitely there" and a deal to come "when the time is right".
At the time Cherry-Evans had indicated he would wait until after State of Origin to confirm his plans, before he was ultimately dropped by Queensland for game two.
Asked whether he was second guessing a decision on whether to play on, Cherry-Evans was coy in his response.
"So we don't go down a rabbit hole, I'll clarify it one more time," Cherry-Evans responded.
"I've made the decision (in March) so Manly were aware, and so I could afford myself the freedom to make a choice that was best for me next year.
"When I do make that announcement, it will be because it's the best situation for me and my future. And the club is sorted.
"The most important thing is how we play this year.
"Based on all the reassurances I've got (from teammates), we're going to focus on one week at a time, and try to play finals this year."
Daly Cherry-Evans has refused to confirm whether he will play on next year, but says any announcement on his future won't be coming "any time soon".
Cherry-Evans' rollercoaster final year at Manly continued this week, with coach Anthony Seibold denying any suggestion the captaincy could change hands.
The Sea Eagles halfback also addressed players in recent weeks, with it his turn to lead a "campfire" chat where Manly players and staff speak to the group.
Cherry-Evans' future has been one of the main talking points in the NRL since he announced in March that this season would be his last with the Sea Eagles.
In the time since, Manly have been guilty of going from genuine contenders to a picture of inconsistency, with several players below their best.
Speaking after Manly's pressure-relieving 28-10 win over Wests Tigers, Cherry-Evans said he'd been assured by players his future had not been a distraction.
As things stand, the 36-year-old is widely expected to end up at the Sydney Roosters next year after suggesting in March his preference was to play on.
"There won't be anything happening soon, I dare say," Cherry-Evans said when asked if he was close to announcing his next move.
"We've spoken about it as a team, we definitely don't feel it [my future] is a distraction.
"I am friends with a lot of the boys, teammates with everyone but even closer with a heap of the boys I have been here with for eight or 10 years.
"I have a good understanding of what does and doesn't affect the group. So I'm feeling pretty good about it."
Cherry-Evans had reiterated last month he planned to play into 2026, with the motivation "definitely there" and a deal to come "when the time is right".
At the time Cherry-Evans had indicated he would wait until after State of Origin to confirm his plans, before he was ultimately dropped by Queensland for game two.
Asked whether he was second guessing a decision on whether to play on, Cherry-Evans was coy in his response.
"So we don't go down a rabbit hole, I'll clarify it one more time," Cherry-Evans responded.
"I've made the decision (in March) so Manly were aware, and so I could afford myself the freedom to make a choice that was best for me next year.
"When I do make that announcement, it will be because it's the best situation for me and my future. And the club is sorted.
"The most important thing is how we play this year.
"Based on all the reassurances I've got (from teammates), we're going to focus on one week at a time, and try to play finals this year."
Daly Cherry-Evans has refused to confirm whether he will play on next year, but says any announcement on his future won't be coming "any time soon".
Cherry-Evans' rollercoaster final year at Manly continued this week, with coach Anthony Seibold denying any suggestion the captaincy could change hands.
The Sea Eagles halfback also addressed players in recent weeks, with it his turn to lead a "campfire" chat where Manly players and staff speak to the group.
Cherry-Evans' future has been one of the main talking points in the NRL since he announced in March that this season would be his last with the Sea Eagles.
In the time since, Manly have been guilty of going from genuine contenders to a picture of inconsistency, with several players below their best.
Speaking after Manly's pressure-relieving 28-10 win over Wests Tigers, Cherry-Evans said he'd been assured by players his future had not been a distraction.
As things stand, the 36-year-old is widely expected to end up at the Sydney Roosters next year after suggesting in March his preference was to play on.
"There won't be anything happening soon, I dare say," Cherry-Evans said when asked if he was close to announcing his next move.
"We've spoken about it as a team, we definitely don't feel it [my future] is a distraction.
"I am friends with a lot of the boys, teammates with everyone but even closer with a heap of the boys I have been here with for eight or 10 years.
"I have a good understanding of what does and doesn't affect the group. So I'm feeling pretty good about it."
Cherry-Evans had reiterated last month he planned to play into 2026, with the motivation "definitely there" and a deal to come "when the time is right".
At the time Cherry-Evans had indicated he would wait until after State of Origin to confirm his plans, before he was ultimately dropped by Queensland for game two.
Asked whether he was second guessing a decision on whether to play on, Cherry-Evans was coy in his response.
"So we don't go down a rabbit hole, I'll clarify it one more time," Cherry-Evans responded.
"I've made the decision (in March) so Manly were aware, and so I could afford myself the freedom to make a choice that was best for me next year.
"When I do make that announcement, it will be because it's the best situation for me and my future. And the club is sorted.
"The most important thing is how we play this year.
"Based on all the reassurances I've got (from teammates), we're going to focus on one week at a time, and try to play finals this year."
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Sydney Morning Herald
an hour ago
- Sydney Morning Herald
Walsh issues claim as Ponga replacement: Four things learnt in Broncos' triumph
As Maroons star Kalyn Ponga was ruled out of the State of Origin series decider, Broncos marquee man Reece Walsh issued a compelling message to Queensland coach Billy Slater: he was ready to reclaim his throne. The Brisbane fullback produced a masterclass in his side's 26-12 triumph of the New Zealand Warriors on Saturday, ending an emphatic three-week period on his comeback from a knee injury. Walsh, the Maroons' incumbent No.1 from 2023 to 2024 before being ruled out for this year's series opener, was looking ominous from the outset against the typically robust Warriors' defence – finishing with 118 running metres and four tackle busts. If there was one moment which cemented his Origin credentials, it was in the shadows of halftime – screaming for the ball at the expense of a field goal attempt to fire a short pass for Gehamat Shibasaki to score the first of his two tries for the afternoon. It came after his desperate try-saver on Chanel Harris-Tavita held up the Warriors' five-eighth inches from the line. Walsh will now battle Dolphins sensation Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow for the right to replace Ponga – who suffered a Lisfranc injury on Friday night – but his exploits will no doubt thrust him into the box seat. Tellingly, he has looked a different player to the inconsistent figure he cut before his stint on the sidelines – showing a willingness to take the tough carries out of his own end while coming up with two one-on-one tackles to prevent Wayde Egan and Harris-Tavita from running away. While he had one passage he would love back – caught well out of position for Leka Halasima to latch onto a Harris-Tavita bomb – Walsh has otherwise shown enough to suggest he was ready to answer a Slater SOS.
The Age
an hour ago
- The Age
Walsh issues claim as Ponga replacement: Four things learnt in Broncos' triumph
As Maroons star Kalyn Ponga was ruled out of the State of Origin series decider, Broncos marquee man Reece Walsh issued a compelling message to Queensland coach Billy Slater: he was ready to reclaim his throne. The Brisbane fullback produced a masterclass in his side's 26-12 triumph of the New Zealand Warriors on Saturday, ending an emphatic three-week period on his comeback from a knee injury. Walsh, the Maroons' incumbent No.1 from 2023 to 2024 before being ruled out for this year's series opener, was looking ominous from the outset against the typically robust Warriors' defence – finishing with 118 running metres and four tackle busts. If there was one moment which cemented his Origin credentials, it was in the shadows of halftime – screaming for the ball at the expense of a field goal attempt to fire a short pass for Gehamat Shibasaki to score the first of his two tries for the afternoon. It came after his desperate try-saver on Chanel Harris-Tavita held up the Warriors' five-eighth inches from the line. Walsh will now battle Dolphins sensation Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow for the right to replace Ponga – who suffered a Lisfranc injury on Friday night – but his exploits will no doubt thrust him into the box seat. Tellingly, he has looked a different player to the inconsistent figure he cut before his stint on the sidelines – showing a willingness to take the tough carries out of his own end while coming up with two one-on-one tackles to prevent Wayde Egan and Harris-Tavita from running away. While he had one passage he would love back – caught well out of position for Leka Halasima to latch onto a Harris-Tavita bomb – Walsh has otherwise shown enough to suggest he was ready to answer a Slater SOS.
The Advertiser
2 hours ago
- The Advertiser
DCE future not a distraction for Manly: Trbojevic
Manly star Tom Trbojevic insists Daly Cherry-Evans has earned the right to push out an announcement on 2026, with the halfback making clear no call is coming "any time soon". Cherry-Evans refused to say on Friday night where he stood on next season, three months after announcing this year would be his 15th and last at Manly. In the time since Cherry-Evans' announcement, Manly have been guilty of going from genuine contenders to fighting to keep pace with the NRL's top eight. That had prompted external claims the Cherry-Evans announcement had destabilised the Sea Eagles' season, a point rejected by coach Anthony Seibold. Cherry-Evans addressed Manly players and staff when it was his turn to lead a "campfire" chat in recent weeks, and has been assured his future is not a distraction. "I've been comfortable with it since day dot," Trbojevic said on Friday night after Manly's pressure-relieving 28-10 win over Wests Tigers. "He's come and he's openly said what he wants to do and he's entitled to do that. "He doesn't need to tell me that he's still doing this and this is why he's doing that. Because we're here to play footy and that's the focus. "Obviously, I was shocked when I heard the news (in March). I thought Cherry was going to be at this club his whole career. So, that was a shock. "But we're out here doing our job and what he's doing next year is not going to affect me doing my job and he's entitled to that. "He's played footy for long enough to make decisions on his own terms and it is what it is." Cherry-Evans had reiterated last month he planned to play into 2026, with the motivation "definitely there" and a deal to come "when the time is right". At the time the halfback had indicated he would wait until after State of Origin to confirm his plans, before he was ultimately dropped by Queensland for game two. Trbojevic also still expects Cherry-Evans to play on next year, believing the No.7 is performing well enough to do so. As things stand, the 36-year-old is widely expected to end up at the Sydney Roosters. "There won't be anything happening soon, I dare say," Cherry-Evans said when asked if he was close to announcing his next move. "We've spoken about it as a team, we definitely don't feel it (my future) is a distraction. Asked whether he was second guessing a decision on whether to play on, Cherry-Evans was coy in his response. "So we don't go down a rabbit hole, I'll clarify it one more time," Cherry-Evans responded. "I've made the decision (in March) so Manly were aware, and so I could afford myself the freedom to make a choice that was best for me next year. "When I do make that announcement it will be because it's the best situation for me and my future. "The most important thing is how we play this year." Manly star Tom Trbojevic insists Daly Cherry-Evans has earned the right to push out an announcement on 2026, with the halfback making clear no call is coming "any time soon". Cherry-Evans refused to say on Friday night where he stood on next season, three months after announcing this year would be his 15th and last at Manly. In the time since Cherry-Evans' announcement, Manly have been guilty of going from genuine contenders to fighting to keep pace with the NRL's top eight. That had prompted external claims the Cherry-Evans announcement had destabilised the Sea Eagles' season, a point rejected by coach Anthony Seibold. Cherry-Evans addressed Manly players and staff when it was his turn to lead a "campfire" chat in recent weeks, and has been assured his future is not a distraction. "I've been comfortable with it since day dot," Trbojevic said on Friday night after Manly's pressure-relieving 28-10 win over Wests Tigers. "He's come and he's openly said what he wants to do and he's entitled to do that. "He doesn't need to tell me that he's still doing this and this is why he's doing that. Because we're here to play footy and that's the focus. "Obviously, I was shocked when I heard the news (in March). I thought Cherry was going to be at this club his whole career. So, that was a shock. "But we're out here doing our job and what he's doing next year is not going to affect me doing my job and he's entitled to that. "He's played footy for long enough to make decisions on his own terms and it is what it is." Cherry-Evans had reiterated last month he planned to play into 2026, with the motivation "definitely there" and a deal to come "when the time is right". At the time the halfback had indicated he would wait until after State of Origin to confirm his plans, before he was ultimately dropped by Queensland for game two. Trbojevic also still expects Cherry-Evans to play on next year, believing the No.7 is performing well enough to do so. As things stand, the 36-year-old is widely expected to end up at the Sydney Roosters. "There won't be anything happening soon, I dare say," Cherry-Evans said when asked if he was close to announcing his next move. "We've spoken about it as a team, we definitely don't feel it (my future) is a distraction. Asked whether he was second guessing a decision on whether to play on, Cherry-Evans was coy in his response. "So we don't go down a rabbit hole, I'll clarify it one more time," Cherry-Evans responded. "I've made the decision (in March) so Manly were aware, and so I could afford myself the freedom to make a choice that was best for me next year. "When I do make that announcement it will be because it's the best situation for me and my future. "The most important thing is how we play this year." Manly star Tom Trbojevic insists Daly Cherry-Evans has earned the right to push out an announcement on 2026, with the halfback making clear no call is coming "any time soon". Cherry-Evans refused to say on Friday night where he stood on next season, three months after announcing this year would be his 15th and last at Manly. In the time since Cherry-Evans' announcement, Manly have been guilty of going from genuine contenders to fighting to keep pace with the NRL's top eight. That had prompted external claims the Cherry-Evans announcement had destabilised the Sea Eagles' season, a point rejected by coach Anthony Seibold. Cherry-Evans addressed Manly players and staff when it was his turn to lead a "campfire" chat in recent weeks, and has been assured his future is not a distraction. "I've been comfortable with it since day dot," Trbojevic said on Friday night after Manly's pressure-relieving 28-10 win over Wests Tigers. "He's come and he's openly said what he wants to do and he's entitled to do that. "He doesn't need to tell me that he's still doing this and this is why he's doing that. Because we're here to play footy and that's the focus. "Obviously, I was shocked when I heard the news (in March). I thought Cherry was going to be at this club his whole career. So, that was a shock. "But we're out here doing our job and what he's doing next year is not going to affect me doing my job and he's entitled to that. "He's played footy for long enough to make decisions on his own terms and it is what it is." Cherry-Evans had reiterated last month he planned to play into 2026, with the motivation "definitely there" and a deal to come "when the time is right". At the time the halfback had indicated he would wait until after State of Origin to confirm his plans, before he was ultimately dropped by Queensland for game two. Trbojevic also still expects Cherry-Evans to play on next year, believing the No.7 is performing well enough to do so. As things stand, the 36-year-old is widely expected to end up at the Sydney Roosters. "There won't be anything happening soon, I dare say," Cherry-Evans said when asked if he was close to announcing his next move. "We've spoken about it as a team, we definitely don't feel it (my future) is a distraction. Asked whether he was second guessing a decision on whether to play on, Cherry-Evans was coy in his response. "So we don't go down a rabbit hole, I'll clarify it one more time," Cherry-Evans responded. "I've made the decision (in March) so Manly were aware, and so I could afford myself the freedom to make a choice that was best for me next year. "When I do make that announcement it will be because it's the best situation for me and my future. "The most important thing is how we play this year."
