Gossip Queen: The Footy Show contract negotiations headed for resolution

THE contractual argy bargy going on behind the scenes at The Footy Show would seem to have almost been resolved.

Billy Brownless, Rebecca Maddern and James Brayshaw fronted Nine’s 2017 showcase. Picture: Julie Kiriacoudis

THE contractual argy bargy going on behind the scenes at The Footy Show would seem to have almost been resolved with the show’s regulars being rolled out at Channel Nine’s Upfront showcase.

Shane Crawford and Rebecca Maddern represented the show at Nine’s Sydney showcase while Billy Brownless, James Brayshaw and Maddern appeared at the Melbourne showcase, a sure sign that they have come to terms for their respective new contracts. The three former sportsmen have been in negotiations for new deals.

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Brayshaw’s appearance was more of a cameo, popping in for a quick snap and chat before disappearing after about 30 minutes, just as the official showcase was starting, to a pressing engagement — golf.

The fourth Footy Show regular who is also out of contract is Dave Hughes with his contract not expected to be discussed until the new year.