Xavier Willison seeks contract extension with Brisbane Broncos under one condition
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 11:06 PM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Brisbane Broncos forward Xavier Willison plans to sign a contract extension contingent on one condition. He was offered a five-year, $3 million deal, now increased to a verbal agreement for a $4 million extension. Willison, whose management switched to Ahmad Merhi, seeks to finalize the deal after November 1 to ensure his agent can conclude a new contract without conflicts. The Broncos are eager to secure Willison, especially after losing Payne Haas. Willison has played consistently well, set to represent New Zealand in the Rugby League World Cup starting October 15.
- •Willison signed with new agent Ahmad Merhi this year.
- •Current negotiations reflect strong interest from South Sydney Rabbitohs.
- •Willison played every game for the Broncos this season.
- •He averaged 123.9 running metres per game in 2026.
- •The Rugby League World Cup begins on October 15.
- 11:06 PMZero Tackle NRL — Xavier Willison set to sign next contract with one key condition
"The Broncos have been hoping to keep their Kiwi forward after losing Payne Haas.
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