Trbojevic agrees to new deal as he weighs up playing on
Jake Trbojevic has agreed to a new deal at Manly for 2027, but will continue to take a wait-and-see approach before deciding whether to activate it and play on next year.
www.espn.comHere’s the latest available on Jake Trbojevic:
- Jake Trbojevic has continued to be involved with Manly and was reported to be weighing his future after a run of concussion-related issues in 2025. He publicly indicated a desire to play on in 2026, despite health concerns and concussion protocols.[1][3]
- In early 2026, ESPN reported that he had agreed to a new deal for 2027 but would take time to decide whether to activate it, contingent on his return and form in 2026.[2]
- By March 2026, discussions around his long-term future centered on his progress after concussion setbacks and whether he could extend beyond the current season, with some coverage noting he remains a core figure for Manly and could reach 250 first-grade appearances later in 2026 if his form and health permit.[3][4][5]
Key context:
- Trbojevic has accumulated a long tenure with Manly (over a decade) and has been a central figure in their pack.[3]
- Health concerns, particularly multiple concussions in 2025, have significantly influenced decisions about his playing future and contract activations.[4][1][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current outlets or arrange a brief timeline of his contract status and concussion history, or provide a one-page summary with linked sources.