Cameron Munster pauses contract talks with Melbourne Storm

Cameron Munster, the Melbourne Storm star, has paused contract extension discussions with the club amid dissatisfaction with a proposed two-year deal worth $750,000 annually, a significant pay cut from his current $1.1 million salary. With Munster now focused on the World Cup, his management plans to explore free agency options starting November 1. The Storm's performance during the season has also influenced this decision, as they are currently outside the top eight. Munster's new agent, Justin Caines, indicated they are open to speaking with other clubs and revisiting discussions with the PNG Chiefs after the World Cup.

• 9:52 PMZero Tackle NRL — Extension talks pause with Munster and Storm due to differences