Cherry-Evans declines contract extension

Daly Cherry-Evans has decided not to accept a contract extension, confirming the 2025 season will be his last at the Club.

The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles captain has officially declined a new two-year contract offer, after this week announcing he was leaving the Club.

Cherry-Evans will depart the Club at season's end as the Sea Eagles’ most capped player, after spending 15 years on the Northern Beaches.

Manly CEO Tony Mestrov is confident the star halfback will do everything in his power to make his final season at the Club, one to remember.

“Obviously, we are all disappointed that Daly has decided to end his stay at Manly, but we respect his decision,” Mestrov said.

Only Daly knows what is right for him and his family.

Tony Mestrov Sea Eagles CEO

“We do know that he is the ultimate professional and he will want to go out a winner.”

Cherry-Evans is yet to decide whether he will hang up the boots after this season and says his immediate focus is Sunday’s home game against the Parramatta Eels.

“I wanted to confirm I was leaving the Club now, rather than making a call later in the season, so that we can get on with our goal of winning a premiership,” he said.

I love this club and this group of players.

Daly Cherry-Evans Sea Eagles Captain

“I am fully committed to giving my absolute best over the coming months to make this season the best it can possibly be for our team, our club, and our fans.”