Penrith Panthers has granted Zac Hosking an immediate release from the club to pursue an opportunity at another NRL club for the 2024 season.

Hosking joined the Panthers at the start of the 2023 season and went on to play 21 NRL games in the premiership-winning season.

“After coming to the Panthers and being an integral member of the 2023 squad, we always knew keeping Zac at the club beyond 2024 would always be an uphill battle,” Panthers Rugby League CEO Matt Cameron said.

“Making this decision now gives the club the opportunity to promote from within our full time squad.

“We thank Zac for his service to our club and wish him the best of luck with his future endeavours.”

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