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Storm to Face Hefty Bill if Star Loses Eels Court Fight
Parramatta seeks to block Lomax's contract with Melbourne Storm amid claims his agent proposed multiple clubs for the 2026 season, court hearings ongoing in NSW Supreme Court.
- In the NSW Supreme Court, Parramatta Eels have launched legal proceedings on Friday, January 30, 2026, to block Lomax joining the Melbourne Storm.
- After his release last year to Rugby 360, Parramatta included a clause barring Lomax from signing with another NRL club until the end of 2028 without permission.
- By Christmas Eve, Ramy Qutami, Lomax's lawyer, claimed three clubs were options: Melbourne Storm, Perth Bears and Canberra Raiders, but the Raiders denied interest, citing no cap space, said Don Furner.
- Court filings revealed the matter could spill into the first week starting Monday, March 2, possibly stopping Lomax playing in NRL round one, and Melbourne Storm may cover his legal bill if Parramatta prevails.
- Parramatta argues it seeks a declaration the contract remains valid after rejecting the Storm's $1 million offer and Lomax's move for 2026, which is disputed in court.
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Save (0) Please login to bookmarkClose Username or Email Address Password Remember Me A silk representing the Parramatta Eels has told a court that a lawyer for rugby player Zac Lomax told the club three National Rugby League clubs were interested in adding him to their 2026 lineup. Subscribe to Lawyerly to access this article.Already a subscriber? Username or Email Address Password Remember Me Lost your pas…
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