Warriors extend CNK's contract, ending speculation of signing Manu. CNK committed to team until 2027.
The New Zealand Warriors have announced a two-year contract extension for fan favourite Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad (CNK), in a move that appears to end speculation they could look to sign former Roosters star, Joey Manu. The Warriors confirmed on Wednesday that CNK had knocked back overseas interest to commit his future to Andrew Webster's side, in news that will please the Auckland club's fans.
The fullback had been linked with a move to the English Super League but has decided to remain with the Warriors until at least the end of the 2027 NRL season, when he will be 32. It was widely expected that CNK would leave the Warriors at the end of this season, with fellow Kiwi superstar Manu tipped to take his place at fullback, after reportedly getting cold feet about his move to French rugby.
But that will not be the case after the Warriors re-signed Nicoll-Klokstad, which potentially hands the Roosters a major boost in bringing Manu back to the Bondi club. CNK has been superb for the Warriors since returning from Canberra for a second stint at the Kiwi club. And he helped them reach the preliminary finals during his first year back in 2023.