Last week, on December 23, Brooks Koepka parted ways with the Saudi-backed circuit, which was a major blow. With Koepka’s departure, attention moves to other players whose contracts end next year. 

Bryson DeChambeau is among those in focus, as his contract runs through the end of the 2026 season and discussions about his future are ongoing..

In an exclusive conversation with Tom Hobbs of Flushing It Golf on December 28, 2025, DeChambeau addressed his contract situation and confirmed that discussions are ongoing.

“I mean, look, it’s confidential. I’m not going to share too much, but the conversations are in process,” DeChambeau said.

DeChambeau is a two-time U.S. Open champion and a central name in the league. He also runs the Break 50 series on YouTube and uploads additional golf content across his social channels

“We have to get to a place where both parties have a good understanding of one another. It is getting to a place that makes sense for both sides.”

DeChambeau signed his initial LIV Golf contract in June 2022, agreeing to a deal that was reported at around $125 million to join the Saudi-backed league.

DeChambeau made his first LIV Golf appearance at Pumpkin Ridge in Portland, which was the league’s first event held in the United States. 

Koepka’s exit removes a five-time major champion from LIV Golf. With his departure, attention moves to DeChambeau, whose upcoming contract decision will determine his next step in professional golf.

Apart from Bryson DeChambeau, other LIV Golf players in 2026

Jon Rahm won the 2025 LIV Golf Individual title and signed a multi-year agreement with the league at the end of 2024. Dustin Johnson is the captain of 4Aces GC and has signed a new deal confirming his return for the 2026 season.

Cameron Smith is the captain of Ripper GC and the 2022 Open champion, and remains committed to the league on a long-term basis. Phil Mickelson is the captain of HyFlyers GC and one of the earliest players to join LIV Golf, and continues to compete as part of the team lineup.

Joaquin Niemann is the captain of Torque GC, finished second in the 2025 individual standings, and is confirmed for the upcoming season. Sergio Garcia, Patrick Reed, and Martin Kaymer are team captains who are also set to remain with LIV Golf for the 2026 season.

Written by

Aditi Singh

Edited by

Oajaswini Prabhu