One member of this year’s first team group, Ethan O’Neill, has already left the club and the departure of six others has been confirmed. Rhinos have announced two signings from the southern hemisphere NRL and at least one more is expected before pre-season begins in November.
The club are also working on new deals for some youngsters who have yet to make their debut, but train with the first team squad. One of those is understood to have agreed fresh terms, though that has not been officially announced. Here’s the current status of all players currently at the club and confirmed additions for next year.
25. Ben Littlewood
A deal announced in June, 2024, will keep the second-rower at his home city club until the end of 2027. Photo: Steve Riding
26. Tom Nicholson-Watton
The front-rower signed a new long-term deal in November, 2024 and is committed to Leeds until the end of 2027. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
27. George Brown
The teenage half-back, who made his first team debut this year, is under contract until the end of 2029.His previous deal was extended by two years in June. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
28. Fergus McCormack
The full-back, who made his debut this year, is contracted until the end of 2027, under a deal announced in June, 2024. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
29. Jack Bird
Jack Bird The Australian former State of Origin star joined Leeds in February from Wests Tigers on a deal until the end of 2027. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
30. Oscar Brown
The 19-year-old rugby union convert is contracted until the end of this season, on a deal signed last July. Photo: Steve Riding