**Dylan Brown to Depart Parramatta Eels at Season’s End**
In a significant development for the NRL, Parramatta Eels’ five-eighth Dylan Brown has announced his decision to leave the club at the conclusion of the 2025 season. Brown is set to join the Newcastle Knights on a record-breaking 10-year deal reportedly worth \$13 million, marking the richest contract in NRL history .([ABC][1], [FOX SPORTS][2])
Brown, who debuted with the Eels in 2019, has been a pivotal figure for the club, amassing over 130 appearances and representing New Zealand internationally. His departure signifies a major shift for both Parramatta and Newcastle as they plan for the future.
Parramatta’s General Manager of Football, Mark O’Neill, acknowledged Brown’s decision, stating, “Dylan has been offered what I understand to be the biggest deal in NRL history from 2026 onwards. Dylan is a class player; we understand his decision to take up the offer, and no one could begrudge him for accepting this opportunity for him and his family” .([Parramatta Eels][3])
Despite the impending move, Brown has committed to fulfilling his duties with the Eels for the remainder of the 2025 season. Head coach Jason Ryles emphasized that discussions about an early release have not occurred, asserting, “Dylan plays for Parramatta until the end of the year. If anything changes, I’ll let you know” .([Nine][4])
The Eels have proactively sought to bolster their squad in anticipation of Brown’s departure. Notably, Dylan Walker has been signed from the New Zealand Warriors to provide experience and versatility in the halves .([Wikipedia][5])
Brown’s move to Newcastle is expected to reshape the Knights’ playmaking dynamics. While some analysts question the length and value of the contract, others see it as a strategic investment in securing a top-tier talent for the long term .([news][6], [news][7])
As the 2025 season progresses, all eyes will be on Brown’s performance with the Eels and how both clubs prepare for the transitions ahead.([FOX SPORTS][8])
* [The Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/mar/11/dylan-brown-parramatta-eels-newcastle-knights-richest-deal-in-nrl-history?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
* [news](https://www.news.com.au/sport/nrl/matty-johns-cooper-cronk-call-out-13-million-dylan-brown-lie/news-story/a2ab7aaa2d5116e25862065d8c8706e2?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
* [news](https://www.news.com.au/sport/nrl/andrew-johns-says-dylan-brown-not-a-dominant-halfback-weighs-in-on-future-position-at-newcastle-knights/news-story/9c8a8f78d1238d6059413ee3cb262521?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
[1]: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-10/dylan-brown-sends-message-after-reports-of-record-nrl-deal/105034016?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Parramatta Eels confirm Dylan Brown exit following reports of richest …”
[2]: https://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-premiership/teams/eels/nrl-2025-dylan-brown-to-leave-parramatta-eels-on-10year-13-million-contract-to-join-newcastle-knights-transfer-news/news-story/97c0d1c7e67939b5c2cacc82c3854025?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Dylan Brown delivers $13m bombshell as Eels told of shock exit”
[3]: https://www.parraeels.com.au/news/2025/03/10/dylan-brown-to-depart-parramatta-eels-at-seasons-end/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Dylan Brown to depart Parramatta Eels at season’s end”
[4]: https://www.nine.com.au/sport/nrl/news-2025-jason-ryles-shuts-down-dylan-brown-early-exit-parramatta-eels-contract-round-four-loss-20250331-p5lnsb.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Eels coach Jason Ryles shuts down early exit for Dylan Brown – Nine”
[5]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dylan_Walker?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Dylan Walker”
[6]: https://www.news.com.au/sport/nrl/andrew-johns-says-dylan-brown-not-a-dominant-halfback-weighs-in-on-future-position-at-newcastle-knights/news-story/9c8a8f78d1238d6059413ee3cb262521?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Joey’s diagnosis on NRL’s $13m headache”
[7]: https://www.news.com.au/sport/nrl/matty-johns-cooper-cronk-call-out-13-million-dylan-brown-lie/news-story/a2ab7aaa2d5116e25862065d8c8706e2?utm_source=chatgpt.com “NRL legends say club was sold a $13m lie”
[8]: https://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-premiership/nrl-2025-nathan-hindmarsh-suggests-eels-should-part-ways-with-dylan-brown-out-of-form-13million-contract-rugby-league-news-the-bye-round-podcast/news-story/b7478421f4354c36a879cd2066910a8a?utm_source=chatgpt.com “NRL 2025: Nathan Hindmarsh suggests Eels
should part ways with …”
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