- The Penrith star was pictured at the Super League Grand Final on Saturday.
- Cleary met Hull KR players and coach before the decider began
- It comes amid rumors linking him with a move to join a team in the UK.
Nathan Cleary has made waves after the superstar halfback was pictured with Hull KR players at the Super League Grand Final in Manchester.
Fresh from leading the Penrith Panthers to their fourth consecutive NRL Grand Final victory last week, Cleary, wearing a Hull Kingston Rovers shirt, was at the Old Trafford home on Saturday night alongside his girlfriend Mary Fowler.
The pair watched as Wigan Warriors were crowned back-to-back Super League champions after beating Hull Kingston Rovers 9-2. It means Penrith will face Wigan in the Club World Challenge next year.
His appearance at Old Trafford comes amid widespread speculation that the NRL superstar could move to Super League to be closer to Fowler.
A fan also confirmed that Cleary met several players from the Hull KR team before the decider began, with a photo posted on social media.
The image shows Cleary alongside NRL great Mitchell Pearce, Hull KR signing Micky McIlorum, former captain Shaun Kenny-Dowall and current player and good friend Tyrone May. Hull KR boss Willie Peters was also present, the fan posted.
Australian rugby league and TV personality Matty Johns was among those who spoke of his fears this week that Super League clubs could try to poach the Penrith superstar.
Cleary, whose contract at Penrith expires in 2027 according to Channel Nine, appeared for a half-time interview with Sky Sports Rugby League presenter Jenna Brooks.
Nathan Cleary was seen meeting up with Mickey McIlorum (Hull KR), Tyrone May (Hull KR), Shaun Kenny-Dowall and Mitchell Pearce.
Nathan Cleary has spoken out about rumors linking him with a possible move to play rugby league in the UK.
The presenter spoke about what has been a big week for the Penrith playmaker, but wanted to press him on his future in the NRL and whether the rumors of a possible move to the UK were true.
“I have to ask, there have been persistent rumors and they are not going to go away that we might see you playing in the Super League in the not too distant future, given that Mary Fowler, your beautiful girlfriend, will be playing here for Manchester City. So, When can we see you in the Super League, maybe at Hull KR? —Brooks asked.
Cleary traveled to the UK to spend time with his girlfriend Mary Fowler and Sky Sports turned to the crowd to show the couple in the stands, although the top of Cleary’s head was barely visible.
But Cleary poured cold water on rumors he could leave the NRL and move to the UK.
“Not in the short term to be honest,” Cleary told Sky Sports. ‘I’ve seen all the rumours. But come here and watch her (Mary) play, which is nice and take a break.
“But we’re not moving here anytime soon.”