Super League clubs have rejected an initial investment offer from Australia's National Rugby League (NRL). The proposal would have seen the NRL invest £7 million annually for the next five years in exchange for equity in Super League.
Clubs are set to meet again this week to discuss the potential deal. Peter V’Landys, the NRL's supremo, is scheduled to travel to the UK within the next fortnight to further negotiate.
The future of Super League's broadcasting is also in question, as the league is in the final months of its exclusive agreement with Sky Sports. Next year, Sky Sports will show three games per round. The location of the remaining four games depends on whether a deal with the NRL is reached. If the NRL deal proceeds, a partnership with Dazn is considered likely, while Premier Sports is interested if the NRL deal falls through.