Penrith’s low season has obtained a significant enhance with younger gun Stephen Crichton reportedly set to signal a brand new three-year cope with the membership.
It’s understood that the Panthers can have a gathering on Monday to fast-track the deal to retain the 19-year-old, who’s presently part of Brad Fittler’s Blues squad.
The three-year extension is ready to internet Crichton $1.5 million at $500,000 per season.
“He will not be going wherever,” Panthers CEO Brian Fletcher advised Information Corp.
“Our negotiations will proceed to finalise a deal the place we see the younger child keep right here hopefully for an extension of three years after which hopefully be a Panther for all times.
“While you maintain the best gamers, you need to be sure you’ve obtained them long-term.
“It will likely be additional mentioned on Monday morning. It is a matter of furthering the deal after which finalising a contract in the perfect pursuits of each events.
“Stephen lives within the native space with Brian To’o and Jarome Luai. He shall be a Panther, for positive. We now have to take care of the child and we have now to take care of Penrith and we’re assured all that may occur.”