The Brisbane Broncos and Payne Haas’s management have agreed to put contract discussions on hold until the completion of the 2022 NRL season.
Haas is contracted to the Broncos until the end of 2024 and the club is committed to working with Payne and his agent to help map out the next phase of his career.
Broncos CEO Dave Donaghy said, "Everyone at our club holds Payne in the highest regard and we feel it very important to have these confidential conversations at a time of the year when there are no distractions."
“Payne has been a big part of our club for a number of years and we are looking forward to welcoming him back once his State of Origin duties conclude.”
Haas also acknowledges that he wants to keep his focus on the field.
"I underestimated the public interest in my contract situation so want to put those discussions on hold and keep my focus where it needs to be," said Haas.
"I want the fans to know that they will get nothing but my best every time I pull on a Broncos jersey."
