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Coates was under a deadline to decide on 31 August; one outlet reported it, none carried a figure.
- Fox Sports · 2026-08-31
Coates was under a deadline to decide on 31 August; one outlet reported it, none carried a figure.
Fox Sports reported on 31 August 2026 that Xavier Coates is off contract at the end of 2027, meaning he can negotiate with rival clubs from November 1. He was listed among a group of stars, including Cameron Munster and Stefano Utoikamanu, who reach that same free-agency date.
Xavier Coates · Melbourne · signed through 2027 · Cap Dramas Estimate: $565K a season (range $470K–$660K, Estimated).
Coates was under a deadline to decide on 31 August; one outlet reported it, none carried a figure.