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

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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