Penrith Panthers can confirm Peta Hiku has been immediately released from the remainder of his contract to pursue an opportunity in the UK Super League.
The 24-year-old outside back joined the Panthers from Manly ahead of the 2016 season.
"Peta is an international-class footballer and has been an extremely popular member of our club," Panthers Executive General Manager Phil Gould AM said.
"Unfortunately with the emergence of several of our young players and the way our team has developed, we canโt fit everyone in the team each week.
"From a salary cap perspective, we always knew someone would probably have to move on.
"Peta received a great offer from a strong club in the UK and it presents a wonderful opportunity for Peta and his young family.
"We wish them well and sincerely thank Peta for his time here at the Panthers. He is always welcome back at our club."
Hiku departs the Panthers having scored six tries in 20 NRL appearances for the club.
Panthers 2025 Player Movements
| 2025 Gains |
| Isaiah Papali'i (Wests Tigers, 2027), Blaize Talagi (Parramatta Eels, 2027) |
| 2025 Losses |
| Jett Cleary (New Zealand Warriors), James Fisher-Harris (New Zealand Warriors), Isaiah Iongi (Parramatta Eels), Ativalu Lisati (Melbourne Storm), Jarome Luai (Wests Tigers), Francis Manuleleua (Newcastle Knights), Taylan May (released), Tyrone Peachey (retired), Sunia Turuva (Wests Tigers) |
| Re-Signed |
| Paul Alamoti (2027), Luke Garner (2026), Mitch Kenny (2027), Daine Laurie (2025), Casey McLean (2028), Jesse McLean (2028), Preston Riki (2025), Luke Sommerton (2025), Izack Tago (2028) |
| Off Contract 2025 |
| Mavrik Geyer, Harrison Hassett, Asu Kepaoa, Daine Laurie, Soni Luke, Riley Price, Preston Riki, Brad Schneider, Luke Sommerton |
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