Broncos star Adam Reynolds denies new contract will force players out of Brisbane

Brisbane skipper Adam Reynolds has told club bosses he wants to re-sign with the club, and has rejected claims a new deal will force several Broncos stars out of Red Hill.

Brisbane skipper Adam Reynolds has confirmed he has told club bosses he wants to sign a new deal – rejecting claims playing on will force several Broncos stars out of Red Hill.

As he prepares to face former club Souths on Friday night in Sydney, Reynolds addressed speculation his decision to shelve retirement plans has thrown Brisbane’s salary cap into disarray.

The Broncos were preparing for Reynolds to retire at season’s end, with Brisbane board member Darren Lockyer recently admitting the club hadn’t budgeted for the skipper to soldier on in 2026.

Another 12-month extension for Reynolds could put pressure on the club to retain the star backline duo Kotoni Staggs and Selwyn Cobbo, who remain free agents.

Brisbane skipper Adam Reynolds has confirmed he has told club bosses he wants to sign a new deal. Picture: John Gass

Reynolds has set the record straight on his contract situation, revealing he has advised Brisbane chiefs of his desire to extend his career at Red Hill _ hopefully without salary-cap collateral damage.

Asked if he has informed the Broncos he wants to play on, Reynolds said: “Yeah I have.

“I’m pretty confident that everyone can stay at the club.

“I feel like the club’s in a great position to achieve some success and with myself I want to be a part of that and I want all the younger boys to be a part of that.

“I don’t think me staying forces anyone out and if it does … that’s not what I mean to do.

“I want to be a part of this club moving forward.”

A contract extension for Reynolds could put pressure on the club to retain the star backline star Kotoni Staggs. Picture: John Gass

The 34-year-old plays his 297th NRL game this week against the Rabbitohs and another deal for Reynolds could have ramifications for his halfback understudy Jock Madden.

Madden is contracted until the end of 2026, but has fielded interest from English Super League clubs and is likely to seek greener pastures if Brisbane’s succession plan for Reynolds is altered.

Reynolds’ critics questioned if he can survive for a 15th season in 2026 following his off-night in last week’s 32-8 Magic Round mauling against Penrith.

But the premiership playmaker, who turns 35 in July, says he has never been happier in football in his quest to break Brisbane’s 19-year title drought.

Critics have questioned whether Reynolds’ body can keep up, but the halfback says he is happy with his current form. Picture: NRL Photos

“I’m happy with how my game’s going at the moment,” he said.

“Albeit last week was a bit of a hiccup, but I still feel like I’ve got a lot to give.

“I’m not too worried about that (his future) at the moment. I’m focused on firstly playing good footy. Last week it was well below par and I need to make sure that I get my own backyard sorted and do my part for the team.

“If I keep playing like that, no-one will want me … I’ll be playing local footy.

“But I’m enjoying myself and I think when you get the ingredients right, there’s no reason why you can’t go on.”

The Broncos have made only a slight change to the team beaten by the premiers.

Prop Fletcher Baker returns from injury and will make his first appearance of the season, returning to the bench at the expense of back-rower Jaiyden Hunt.

“Penrith are a classy outfit still and we’re striving to get to that place,” Reynolds said.

“There’s some learnings along the way but we certainly know that we’re capable of producing some good footy and taking our lessons when we need them.”

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