If the planned Under 20s competition comes in then I think there will be downward pressure on player payments.

The impact of lowering 22s to 20s will mean the bulk of this years 22s will be unable to play NPL football unless they move to another club that is willing to fit them in their top 20.
In theory prices should come down as the supply of players looking for top 20 spots will probably increase.

For example, Edgworth 23s players may look to go to Lakes next year and play first grade NPL. The alternative is to stay at Edgy and play Zone league.