Josh Charnley extends Leigh Leopards contract through the 2027 season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 8:09 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026
Josh Charnley confirmed his contract extension with the Leigh Leopards during a match against St Helens on Friday. The 35-year-old winger celebrated his 281st Super League try by signing a mock-up contract on the field. Leigh Leopards confirmed the deal shortly after the score, ensuring the player will remain with the club through the 2027 campaign. Charnley previously considered retirement at the start of the year but decided to continue playing after improving his physical condition. The winger set the all-time Super League try record in June, surpassing the previous mark held by Ryan Hall. He currently serves as a key veteran member of the Leigh squad.
- •Josh Charnley scored his 281st Super League try against St Helens on Friday.
- •The 35-year-old committed to playing for the Leigh Leopards through the 2027 season.
- •Charnley holds the record for the most tries scored in Super League history.
- •The winger previously discussed potential retirement with his family before deciding to return.
- 8:09 PMYahoo Sports — Charnley celebration signals new deal with Leigh
- 8:03 PMBBC Sport — Charnley celebration signals new deal with Leigh
"Super League's all-time leading try scorer Josh Charnley signs a mock contract extension during a try celebration - with his new deal announced moments later.
"Super League's all-time leading try scorer Josh Charnley signs a mock contract extension during a try celebration - with his new deal announced moments later.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 8:09 PMCharnley celebration signals new deal with Leigh
Super League's all-time leading try scorer Josh Charnley signs a mock contract extension during a try celebration - with his new deal announced moments later.
- BBC SportSep 4, 2026, 8:03 PMCharnley celebration signals new deal with Leigh
Super League's all-time leading try scorer Josh Charnley signs a mock contract extension during a try celebration - with his new deal announced moments later.
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