Liam Martin prioritizes Penrith Panthers amid competing NRL interest
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 8:49 PM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026
Liam Martin's potential move to the PNG Chiefs appears unlikely as he focuses on staying with the Penrith Panthers. The 29-year-old is on the open market but his management has indicated that Penrith remains the preferred option. With the Chiefs reportedly closing in on another player, Hudson Young, Martin's agent confirmed he will talk to the Panthers first. The club is preparing a contract extension for Nathan Cleary, which could influence future negotiations, as they aim to retain Martin within their championship roster.
- •Liam Martin remains open to offers but prefers to stay with Penrith.
- •PNG Chiefs are moving towards securing Hudson Young.
- •Martin's agent wants to prioritize discussions with the Panthers.
- •Panthers are negotiating a two-year deal for Nathan Cleary.
- •Retaining Martin is part of the Panthers' strategy to keep their core players.
- 8:49 PMZero Tackle NRL — Panthers handed major Liam Martin boost as rival NRL move falls apart
"Martin remains on the open market, but his management has made it clear where the Panthers stand in his contract priorities.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NRL•Nov 5, 2026, 9:38 PMCooper Bai set to choose new club, player swap for 2027 possible
NRL•Nov 5, 2026, 8:26 PMSEVEN NSW Cup stars ready to make NRL debuts in 2027
NRL•Nov 5, 2026, 8:24 PMParramatta Eels lock in Fijian flyer for 2027- NRL•Nov 5, 2026, 1:36 PMThe England player turned World Cup referee
NRL•Nov 5, 2026, 5:48 AMCowboys promote former forward to new coaching role
NRL•Nov 5, 2026, 5:43 AMBriton Nikora’s market test to bring big offer