Melbourne Storm five-eighth Cameron Munster has confirmed he has re-signed with the club in the stunning turn of events.
According to reports, Munster was firming to be the Dolphins’ newest marquee signing on a deal worth a reported $1.5 million dollars per year.
The re-signing comes just days after SEN’s Cameron Smith predicted Munster would make the move back to his home state to play under Wayne Bennett.
The new contract will see Munster remain at the Storm until the end of 2027, with the deal worth a reported $4.5 million dollars.
In a statement released by the Storm, Munster admitted he wanted to repay the faith that Melbourne has shown to him throughout the difficult times of his career.
“The club has always been supportive of me, even through some of the more difficult times, and I appreciate Trippy, Justin, Frank and Craig giving me the time I needed to think through the decision with Bianca and my family,” Munster said.
“It is such an important decision for me, and in the end, Melbourne is where my heart is, Melbourne is where I want to play my footy, and Melbourne is the club I want to be a part of for the rest of my career.
“I’ve always wanted to be a one club player. Storm gave me the chance to play NRL and the club has become a second home for me since making my debut.
“Both Bianca and I have family back in Queensland but we are settled in Melbourne, we have a great support network and we look forward to growing our young family in the years to come.
Storm Chairman Matt Tripp noted his pride in the growth and maturity that Munster has shown during his time in Melbourne.
“We know this was a huge decision for Cameron and Bianca to make, particularly with family based in Queensland,” Tripp said.
“Cameron will always be a Queenslander, but we are pleased he now calls Melbourne home as well.
“Most importantly, Cameron has never been in a better place in his life, he is happy, healthy and settled with his young family, and we are thrilled he has decided to remain with the Storm and will become a one club player.
“We are so lucky to have a player like Cameron – a generational player – committed to our Club and our city for another four years.”
Munster will now prepare for a World Cup defence with the Australian Kangaroos side later this month in the UK.