The Brisbane Broncos are facing growing pressure in their bid to retain star prop Payne Haas, as reports emerge that the Canterbury Bulldogs have entered the race with a massive offer. The Bulldogs, backed by a strong financial position and an aggressive recruitment strategy, are reportedly preparing a deal worth over $1.2 million per season to lure Haas away from Red Hill.
Haas, widely regarded as the NRL’s premier front-rower, is off-contract at the end of the 2025 season and has become one of the most sought-after signatures in the game. While the Broncos have made re-signing the powerhouse forward a top priority, the competition from the Bulldogs—and potentially other cashed-up clubs—is creating a tense standoff.
Sources close to the negotiations suggest the Bulldogs are positioning themselves as a long-term contender, using Haas as the cornerstone of their forward pack rebuild. Club powerbrokers believe adding a player of Haas’ calibre could fast-track their return to premiership contention.
The Broncos, however, are determined not to lose their marquee forward without a fight. Coach Kevin Walters has publicly expressed confidence that the club can retain Haas, citing strong relationships and the team’s improved culture and on-field success.
Still, salary cap constraints are a real issue for the Broncos. With a number of key players already on sizeable contracts, finding room to match or exceed Canterbury’s offer may force difficult decisions elsewhere in the squad. This has raised fears among Broncos fans that they
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