Cleary heads to market as Perth and PNG prepare to break NRL salary records

Nathan Cleary hits free agency November 1. Multiple clubs are ready to bid big. Experts say this could be the biggest spending spree in NRL history.

Why it mattersHis decision will reshape NRL pay rates. It could start a spending war that hurts other clubs' chances to build balanced teams.

AustraliaAustralian rugby league's biggest off-season saga is looming; Cleary's choice will either anchor Penrith's dynasty or shake the competition's power balance.

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Cleary heads to market as Perth and PNG prepare to break NRL salary records

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AFL wild card draws fans; NRL considers third-place playoff but V'landys decides

Xavier Willison rejects $900k Broncos deal, eyes South Sydney move

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