A dozen of Rhinos’ 30-strong first team squad could be unavailable for the Betfred Super League round seven showdown because of injury, suspension or loan at another club. Rhinos picked up two new injury concerns during last Thursday’s win at Castleford Tigers, with one of those already ruled out of the next game and two bans from the match review panel have added to their woes. Here’s the current list of squad numbered players in danger of missing out.
7. Justin Sangare
The prop was also suspended for one game following an incident in the win at Castleford. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
8. Morgan Gannon
Gannon suffered successive concussions in pre-season, against Wakefield Trinity and Hull KR, after similar issues during the previous two years. He has been stood down from matches and contact training for three months as a precaution so is unlikely to be back in the side before June. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
9. Kieran Hudson
The prop is now fully recovered from an Achilles injury, but failed a head injury assessment playing for Halifax Panthers on dual-registration last weekend. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
10. Leon Ruan
Able to play second-row or prop, Ruan is on loan at Doncaster. There is a recall option, but only after a minimum period which he has not yet completed. Photo: Steve Riding
11. Max Simpson
The centre has not played since suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury in pre-season last year. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
12. Corey Johnson
The hooker is on loan at Bradford Bulls, but can be recalled if needed. Photo: Steve Riding