Dylan Brown’s contract situation has finally been resolved, with the 24-year-old agreeing to a significant move to the Newcastle Knights. According to reports from The Sydney Morning Herald, Brown will join the Knights on a staggering 10-year deal, expected to be valued at around $14 million, starting from the next season.
This decision marks a substantial moment for both Brown and his current club, the Parramatta Eels. After informing his teammates of his choice, Brown has effectively opted out of exercising his player option for the 2026 season, which he had until round 10 to confirm. The Eels, currently navigating a rebuilding phase under head coach Jason Ryles, face a challenging setback as they strive to maintain their competitive edge, especially following a disappointing loss to the Melbourne Storm in their recent match.
Brown, known for his speed and agility, had previously signed an eight-year contract with Parramatta, which would have kept him at the club until 2031 if he had chosen to activate certain clauses. His upcoming move to Newcastle is set to create a formidable partnership with star fullback Kalyn Ponga, though it also implies that both players will constitute a significant portion of the Knights’ salary cap.
As of now, neither team has publicly confirmed the details of Brown’s transfer, but the implications of his move are sure to resonate throughout the NRL landscape.