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    The Warriors are adamant Mitchell Barnett will see out the 2026 NRL season with them before he heads home early

    The Warriors are adamant Mitchell Barnett will see out the 2026 NRL season with them before he heads home early

    - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

    The New South Wales forward has been granted a release on compassionate grounds from the final year of his contract in 2027.

    He's citing a sick child and a desire to be closer to home.

    Club boss Cameron George insists there's no chance Barnett could leave before the end of this season.



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