Manly teammates have expressed shock and disappointment after learning stalwart Glenn Stewart has played his last game for the club.
The representative back-rower, who will join South Sydney next season, underwent ankle surgery on yesterday following a setback in his rehabilitation of an injury that has sidelined him since April.
It was hoped the 30-year-old would get the chance to play in front of the Brookvale Oval crowd for the final time on Sunday afternoon against Penrith but Sea Eagles coach Geoff Toovey admitted he's unlikely to get the chance to select him again.
"It's very disappointing for the club and for Glenn," Toovey said.
Close friend Steve Matai was bitterly disappointed for Stewart and paid tribute to his role in a hugely successful decade for club that produced two premierships in four grand final appearances.
