Melbourne Storm negotiate future with Harry Grant before November deadline
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 8:41 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026

The Melbourne Storm are working to secure a new deal for star player Harry Grant, whose contract has an option for free agency on November 1. While Grant is signed through to 2028, he may choose to opt out, which would allow him to negotiate with other clubs. The Storm are confident they can finalize an agreement but recognize the urgency as rival teams could make lucrative offers if he becomes available. Club insiders suggest the Storm are not in a panic, but five weeks remain to solidify Grant’s future with the team.
- •Grant is under contract until the end of 2028.
- •He has an option that could make him a free agent in November.
- •Storm officials believe they can secure an extension before the deadline.
- •Rival teams are already preparing potential offers for Grant if he opts out.
- 8:41 PMZero Tackle NRL — Five weeks to go: Storm in race against clock over Harry Grant’s future
"A surprise clause could make him a free agent on November 1.
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