Gold Coast midfielder Matthew Rowell has reportedly recommitted to the club amid heavy interest from Victorian rivals.
Rowell was being courted by Collingwood, Western Bulldogs, Essendon and Geelong, but according to Channel 7's Mitch Cleary, he is set to pen a two-year extension to remain at the Suns until the end of 2027.
Negotiations are still underway, but it is understood that there has been a commitment to remain put by the former Pick 1, despite no official announcement from the Queensland club.
Matt Rowell has committed to staying at the Suns for two years.
Rowell’s agent Tom Petroro flew to the GC on Thursday where he thrashed out the decision before informing the Suns on Friday of his intention to stay.
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Rowell has averaged 25 disposals and more than seven clearances a game this season
His impressive form has seen the previously struggling Suns place themselves in finals contention, vying for a maiden September period since their introduction in 2011.
It comes as Victorian clubs, in particular Collingwood, are chasing Rowell's teammate Ben King, who is contracted for another 12 months.
However, following the loss to GWS at ENGIE Stadium on Sunday, Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick offered more of an update on Rowell's contract status.
"As far as I'm concerned, there's no news at the moment," Hardwick said.
"All we can continue to do is play our part and provide a good environment for Matt that allows him to play his very best footy.
"Once we find out or get some information, we'll be the first to pass it on, trust me. We love good players, and we love Matt.
"Players, fans, coaches alike just think he's a superstar, so we'll keep working our way through that."
