Zac Lomax's legal battle with the Parramatta Eels has reached a boiling point, with the NSW Blues representative now seeking an unconditional release from his NRL contract to join the Melbourne Storm. But here's where it gets controversial... The Eels granted Lomax conditional release in November, allowing him to explore opportunities in other sports, but explicitly blocking any move to a rival NRL club until his contract expires in 2028. However, the landscape has shifted, as Lomax's planned move to the rebel rugby competition R360 has stalled, leaving him without a clear professional pathway for the upcoming season. Now, Lomax's camp is expected to argue that the original agreement no longer reflects his circumstances. And this is the part most people miss... The Storm are keen to land Lomax immediately and believe they have the salary cap flexibility to accommodate him, while Parramatta remains unmoved. The Eels have stated they have no intention of granting Lomax permission to play against them in the NRL and retain his rugby league rights, despite agreeing to his conditional release. So, what do you think? Do you agree with Lomax's decision to seek an unconditional release? Or do you think the Eels are right to hold on to his rugby league rights? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
