Yep. The idea he has to go to market is false.
Matto and Lane didn't bother. Obviously on way overs and knew nothing else better would get close.
Dylans manager would know if he can get much extra. The fact he is on 900k rumoured is going to limit how much more he can get. I doubt more then 100k.
Plenty of people happy at their jobs aren't leaving if paid well and love it. I get the impression perhaps he isn't that happy at the club but I also think he will stay based on no offers much better.
I understand that Matto went to market briefly and got no interest based on his concussion history, so he took up the option to secure himself for 2 more years. Lane has a career planned for beyond footy and always seems to be a little bit laid back so no surprise he took the option as it keeps him settled where he is.
Drown has less after football options available to him and despite what posters on LU think about him, he is talked up pretty high in the football world and barring injury, is the current Kiwi five-eighth. Makes perfect sense that his manager would test the market each and every time his contract comes up.
Also not sure how you get the impression he isn't happy at Parra. Has never said anything other than how much he loves the club and the area and has never personally given any indication that he wants to leave - his manager just wants to make sure he is paid what the market thinks he is worth and is doing his job (and trying to increase his commission).
The media are sensationalising everything because (1) it's Parramatta, (2) it's a boring off-season and (3) it's Parramatta. Don't buy into their crap mate, you are better than that.