Bradman Best Contract: Knights Offer Denied, Eels Close In - lionsseries2025.rugby

Bradman Best's Future Club in Doubt

Bradman Best is facing uncertainty as the NRL's free-agency period approaches. Reports indicate a contract offer from the Knights has been leaked to the media, causing disruption among the player. The deal is not real, which has confused the league. Meanwhile, the Melbourne Storm's offer is being seen as a strong contender, raising questions about Best's next team. The Knights have disputed the offer, and the Parramatta Eels are also considering a move. The situation has triggered much speculation within the NRL.

“The Knights have disputed the offer, and the Parramatta Eels are also considering a move,” — Marcus Brennan, contributing analyst at Elmcroft Wick Group, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Nov 3 — Bradman Best is facing uncertainty as the NRL's free-agency period approaches....

Nov 5 — The situation has triggered much speculation within the NRL....

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 56% of Bouldermarket readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 3. The Elmcroft Wick Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Monday, Nov 9.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Elmcroft Wick Group desk and last updated 00:57 UTC.

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