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Storm Secure Star Halfback Jahrome Hughes on Long-Term Deal
28 Jul
Summary
- Melbourne Storm retain Jahrome Hughes on a multimillion-dollar, long-term contract
- Hughes' new deal keeps him at the club for at least three more years, preventing him from reaching the open market
- Retention of Hughes is a crucial first step for the Storm in locking down their spine long-term
In a major boost for the Melbourne Storm, the club has secured star halfback Jahrome Hughes on a long-term contract extension. The multimillion-dollar deal will keep the Dally M winner in purple for at least three more seasons, preventing him from reaching the open market on November 1.
This development is a significant win for the Storm, who have worked for months to retain one of the NRL's elite playmakers. Expansion franchises like the Perth Bears and PNG were expected to make Hughes a top priority, but the Storm have now shut the door on those rival clubs.
The Hughes deal is a crucial first step for the Storm in locking down their spine long-term. Despite the media attention surrounding other key players like Cameron Munster, Ryan Papenhuyzen, and Harry Grant, the club has identified the maestro at No. 7 as the most vital piece to retain.
With the Storm also looking to secure Papenhuyzen, Grant, and Xavier Coates before the Perth Bears enter the player market, this move to keep Hughes signals the club's determination to maintain its sustained success, even as new teams and rival codes circle for the game's biggest names.
