Manly has revealed bold plans to keep the NRL’s newest franchise from poaching captain and halfback Daly Cherry-Evans.
Speculation is mounting that Cherry-Evans will return home to Redcliffe after next season and become the Dolphins’ inaugural captain in 2023.
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Cherry-Evans has two years left on his current contract but can get out of the final year if he really wants to.
That has led to the Sea Eagles to act quickly, and according to News Corp the club is looking to offer the star a two year extension, which could mean Cherry-Evans plays until the end of 2025, aged 36.
It’s understood Cherry-Evans is being earmarked to join Des Hasler’s coaching staff once he hangs up the boots. DCE reportedly has interest in a consultancy type role and also has interest to join Manly’s marketing and corporate team.
Sources claim Cherry-Evans is keen to stay on Sydney’s northern beaches, with all his family and friends living in Sydney.
The playmaker was nominated for the Dally M halfback of the year award this year and also finished equal fourth in the Dally M Medal count alongside the Roosters star fullback James Tedesco.
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