Overview
- The Roosters confirmed the Manly great’s move on Friday, with a one-year deal for 2026 and a player option for 2027 reported at about $500,000.
- Coach Trent Robinson welcomed the signing, with Cherry-Evans set to partner Sam Walker in the halves.
- Cherry-Evans departs Manly after 352 games over 15 seasons, holding NRL-era records for halfback starts at one club and for field goals, including seven golden-point winners.
- The move marks the first time an NRL player with more than 350 games has changed clubs.
- Roosters roster flow-on effects have begun, with 23-year-old Hugo Savala exploring options for 2027 and fellow half Sandon Smith joining Newcastle on a four-year deal.