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Dustin Johnson Signs New LIV Deal — Ending Rumors of PGA Return

Originally posted on Last Word On Sports | By Ajayi Segun | Last updated Oct 26, 2025 5:16 PM ET

Dustin Johnson has signed a new LIV Golf deal, ending months of speculation that he could be returning to the PGA Tour. The two-time major champion was one of the earliest stars to join the breakaway circuit in 2022, and he has now reportedly agreed to extend his contract with LIV Golf in a deal believed to be worth more than $100 million.

New Deal Shows Faith In LIV Golf

Johnson’s new deal ends weeks of uncertainty surrounding his future. Several LIV Golf players, including the American, had contracts that would expire at the end of the 2025 season, sparking speculation that he was considering a return to the PGA Tour as tensions between the two tours eased. However, Johnson’s latest move commits him to the Saudi-backed league for the foreseeable future.

JUST IN — Dustin Johnson has re-signed with the LIV Golf League following recent meetings with officials in New York. Johnson is set to continue his career with LIV, sources tell @flushingitgolf. pic.twitter.com/oz4nuzWIMy

— NUCLR GOLF (@NUCLRGOLF) October 26, 2025

The 41-year-old’s new deal includes an extended commitment to one of LIV’s most successful teams — the 4Aces GC franchise, which he captains. The contract reportedly offers additional performance bonuses and commercial incentives as part of LIV’s renewed effort to secure the long-term loyalty of its biggest stars amid ongoing restructuring within the league.

Johnson’s decision is a significant statement of faith in LIV Golf’s future at a time when the organization is pushing to stabilize its finances and expand its global reach. LIV Golf, which has faced heavy scrutiny over its spending and uncertain profitability, has been working behind the scenes to renegotiate deals with its top players and team principals to create a more sustainable structure.

Johnson Extension a Welcome Boost for LIV Golf

LIV Golf executives are actively negotiating with out-of-contract players who remain on their teams, and most have already signed new deals. Several others — including many of the league’s biggest names — are expected to finalize their agreements soon.

This comes as a welcome boost for LIV Golf, which has been fighting off unsubstantiated rumors that some players were planning exits after the 2025 season. There are reportedly no indications that any top players will leave during this off-season or the next, a development that brings much-needed stability after months of speculation as the league waits to see whether its players will be included in the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) following their latest application in July.

This extension represents continuity and confidence in the team format that LIV has been building around Johnson. As captain of the 4Aces, he has led one of the league’s best teams and guided them to multiple team victories. LIV Golf is also preparing for what many describe as its most important off-season yet. Several franchises are looking to recruit at least one new player each for the 2026 campaign, and team principals say they are taking a more data-driven approach to talent scouting.

This article first appeared on Last Word On Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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