10 biggest NRL stars set to hit the open market on November 1

The NRL transfer market could explode on November 1, with some of the biggest names in the game potentially available to rival clubs.

Players coming off contract at the end of 2027 can officially negotiate for 2028 deals from November 1.

Here are the 10 biggest names to watch.

10. Hudson Young – Raiders

Young has developed into one of the NRL’s best back-rowers and would attract plenty of interest if Canberra cannot lock him down.

9. Matt Burton – Bulldogs

Burton shapes as one of the most interesting names on the market. The Bulldogs want to keep their star, but extension talks have been put on hold while he recovers from surgery.

8. Isaah Yeo – Panthers

Yeo has been at the heart of Penrith’s success and remains one of the competition’s premier locks. The Panthers will be desperate to keep their leader.

7. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow – Dolphins

The Hammer’s speed and versatility make him a huge target. Keeping him is one of the Dolphins’ biggest priorities.

6. Latrell Mitchell – Rabbitohs

Mitchell remains one of the NRL’s biggest names. South Sydney face a major decision over his future, while rival clubs will be watching closely.

5. Cameron Munster – Storm

Munster could command one final huge contract if he reaches the open market, making his future one of the biggest stories heading towards November 1.

4. Herbie Farnworth – Dolphins

Farnworth is arguably the best centre in the competition and will have no shortage of options if he reaches the open market.

3. Harry Grant – Storm

Grant’s situation is different due to a reported clause in his contract, but the Melbourne captain would immediately become one of the most sought-after players in the competition if available.

2. Sam Walker – Roosters

Fresh from a premiership-winning season, Walker’s value has never been higher. The Roosters are expected to make retaining their star halfback a priority.

1. Nathan Cleary – Panthers

Cleary is the biggest prize in the game. If Penrith’s superstar No.7 reaches November 1 without a new deal, every club with the salary-cap space would be interested.

November 1 could spark some of the biggest recruitment battles in NRL history, with several clubs facing huge decisions over their brightest stars.