Roosters withdraw contract extension offer for Sam Walker
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 11:37 PM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
The Sydney Roosters have confirmed they withdrew a contract extension for half Sam Walker, who had been with the team since 2021. Negotiations had stalled after initial talks in August for a four-year deal worth $1.1 million per season. Following a grand final win, a new proposal reportedly increased to $1.3 million annually. The Roosters are open to Walker seeking an immediate release, as his agent stated both sides could not agree on terms. Walker intends to focus on the upcoming season and participating in international matches.
- •Roosters confirm withdrawal of contract offer for Sam Walker.
- •Initial talks included a four-year deal worth $1.1 million per season.
- •Walker paused discussions to focus on the finals campaign.
- •Chairman Nick Politis open to Walker seeking an immediate release.
- •Agent suggests further talks could resume in the future.
- 11:37 PMZero Tackle NRL — Roosters willing to make shock roster change amid Walker contract call
"The club confirmed on Monday night they withdrew their offer to their halfback.
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