Forwards James McDonnell, James Bentley, Tom Holroyd and Kallum Watkins – who were all in the final year of their deal – have agreed new terms to remain at Rhinos next season. Veteran winger Ryan Hall is also staying on for at least one more campaign, but second-rower Morgan Gannon rejected an upgraded contract and will join New Zealand Warriors in 2026 and prop Sam Lisone is heading for Hull FC. That leaves two players – both on the overseas quota – whose future is yet to be officially decided. However, around half the existing full-time squad will enter the final year of their contract next season, so sporting director Ian Blease is facing a busy few months before the anti-tampering deadline passes in December. Here’s how long every first team squad member has left on his current terms.
31. George Brown (no 30)
The 18-year-old half-back has yet to make his first team debut, but is contracted until the end of 2027. Photo: David Harrison
32. Fergus McCormack (no squad number)
The teenage stand-off agreed a four-year deal last June, tying him to Leeds until the end of 2027. Photo: Tony Johnson
33. Toby Warren (no squad number)
The forward joined Rhinos from York Knights in September, 2022, on a four-year deal, until the end of 2026. He is currently on loan at Salford Red Devils. Photo: Tony Johnson
34. Jack Smith (no squad number)
Details of the 19-year-old back’s contract have not been revealed. Photo: Tony Johnson