Daly Cherry-Evans' rugby league career is in a state of flux, with the veteran halfback's future at the Sydney Roosters uncertain. The 37-year-old, who has played 372 NRL games, is considering a move to the English Super League, with Hull FC in advanced talks to secure his services for one final season. This potential move comes as the Roosters face a logjam in the halves, with negotiations ongoing with halfback Sam Walker, who is set to go to the open market on November 1, and Hugo Savala and Toby Rodwell also signed into and beyond next year.
Cherry-Evans' contract at the Roosters includes an option for 2027, but both he and coach Trent Robinson have made conflicting comments in recent weeks, suggesting a decision is yet to be made. Cherry-Evans himself has stated that he is taking it week by week, and is yet to commit to the Roosters for another season. This uncertainty comes as the Roosters push towards finals action, with Cherry-Evans in exceptional form.
The potential move to Hull FC would see Cherry-Evans finish his career in the English Super League, with the club desperate to secure his services for one final season. However, the move would also mean he would likely need just one more season in Australia to bridge the 400-game barrier. The Roosters, meanwhile, face a number of changes in the years to come, with James Tedesco and Daniel Tupou approaching the end of their careers, and Mark Nawaqanitawase heading back to rugby union at the end of this year.
The club has already signed Reuben Garrick for 2027 from the Manly Sea Eagles, and it is believed Murray Taulagi will also join from the North Queensland Cowboys. The future of the Roosters' halves is uncertain, with the potential move of Cherry-Evans to Hull FC adding to the logjam and the need for the club to make difficult decisions about the composition of their team in the years to come.
