Roosters confident in securing Sam Walker with record contract deal
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 9:37 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Sydney Roosters chairman Nick Politis expressed optimism about re-signing Sam Walker before he enters open agency in November. Walker could achieve the franchise's highest contract, potentially earning $1.5 million per season. He aims to lead the Roosters to a championship, with a Grand Final matchup against the Newcastle Knights upcoming. Should Walker agree to an extension, the deal could tie him to the club until 2031. Politis highlighted Walker's quick recovery from injury and his desire to stay at the club as key factors in contract negotiations.
- •Roosters chase record contract for Sam Walker ahead of open agency.
- •Politis confident Walker will stay with the club long-term until 2031.
- •Walker aims to secure the Roosters' first title in seven years.
- •Roosters set to face the Newcastle Knights in the Grand Final.
- 9:37 PMZero Tackle NRL — Politis makes big Sam Walker statement as Roosters chase record-breaking deal
"The Roosters boss has made his intentions with Walker very clear.
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