Earlier today at BlueBet Stadium, home of the Penrith Panthers, shocking news reportedly reached head coach Ivan Cleary just moments before a scheduled team session.
According to early reports, the club’s co-captain Nathan Cleary has been temporarily banned and suspended from sporting activities after an unexpected drug test allegedly returned a positive result for a prohibited substance during a routine league screening conducted earlier this week.
Sources close to the club say the information was delivered directly to the team management earlier today, sending waves of shock throughout the Panthers camp and the wider National Rugby League community.
Club officials have stated that the matter is currently under investigation, and the player will remain suspended pending further testing and a formal review by league authorities. Teammates and staff were reportedly stunned by the development, as the co-captain has long been seen as one of the most disciplined and respected figures within the squad.
Supporters gathered outside the stadium expressed disbelief as the news began spreading across social media, with many calling for patience until the investigation is completed.
The club is expected to release an official statement later today, while league officials will determine whether the suspension will remain in place or if further disciplinary action will follow.
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