Manly skipper Daly Cherry-Evans says he\u2019s handling the firestorm around his playing future \u201cas best as he can\u201d, conceding a finals series in his last season at the Sea Eagles is now unlikely.<\/p>\n
The Sea Eagles\u2019 loss to the Tigers<\/a> on Sunday essentially eliminates them from finals contention. <\/p>\n FOX LEAGUE, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every game of every round in the 2025 NRL Telstra Premiership, LIVE with no ad-breaks during play. New to Kayo? Join now and get your first month for just $1.<\/a><\/p>\n It\u2019s a disappointing scenario for Manly, who have lost four games in a row to bundle out of the eight. <\/p>\n WHAT’S GAMBLING REALLY COSTING YOU? Set a deposit limit. For Free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.<\/p>\n Cherry-Evans cut a dejected figure on the field at full time and in the Sea Eagles\u2019 post-game press conference. <\/p>\n \u201cWe\u2019re now hoping to make the finals which is where you don\u2019t want to be,\u201d the Manly skipper said.<\/p>\n \u201cI don\u2019t know if toll is the right word, but after the game there is a bit to process. <\/p>\n I\u2019ve got a lot of love for this place so obviously wanted to finish with a finals campaign but that\u2019s really unlikely. The realisation of that is why I looked so disappointed after the game.\u201d<\/p>\n Cherry-Evans was then asked by a journalist if the outside noise around his future has affected him. <\/p>\n The star half is expected to join the Roosters next season although nothing has been made official.<\/p>\n Given Cherry-Evans\u2019 up-and-down form combined with the recent red-hot run of the Roosters and their halfback Sam Walker, it has led to speculation whether the Chooks have a case of buyers remorse. <\/p>\n In addition, it was reported earlier in the week that Cherry-Evans\u2019 Roosters deal<\/a> hasn\u2019t been registered by the NRL yet.<\/p>\n Vossy & Brandy stunned by No Obstruction | 00:45<\/p>\n MORE NRL NEWS<\/p>\n \u2018CHANGED THE GAME\u2019: Madge buoyed as Broncos\u2019 new spine show life after crisis<\/a><\/p>\n \u2018MADE A MARK\u2019: Walsh blitz leads stunning Broncos comeback in epic Brisbane derby<\/a><\/p>\n