Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga addresses recent rumours that he wants to exit the club, according to multiple Australian outlets. In his comments, Meninga says the reports disappoint him, and he responds to claims that the Perth Bears are struggling to compete in the league’s player market. Sources note that the discussion includes references to competition from PNG’s tax-free funding environment, which supporters say can make it harder for Perth to attract talent. The reports also mention speculation about the Bears lacking a marquee signing, which some commentators point to as a factor affecting the club’s ability to recruit and retain players. While the outlets differ only in phrasing, they converge on the central points: Meninga publicly responds to the “exit” narrative, and he frames the recruitment challenges as part of broader competition for players and resources rather than a personal intention to leave. The accounts present his response as a clarification of his position as head coach amid ongoing media talk about the club’s direction and recruitment strategy.