Leeds Rhinos today (Thursday) confirmed their third signing for 2027.

Australian back-rower Edenn Rogers-Smith will join Rhinos from Catalans Dragons on a two-year deal. The 27-year-old’s signing follows those of Morgan Gannon from New Zealand Warriors and Parramatta Eels’ Dylan Walker.

Rogers-Smith linked up with Catalans in July after two seasons at Carcassonne in the French domestic competition and made his debut in a 28-6 home loss to Rhinos. He has featured six times for the Dragons, scoring two tries including one in last Friday’s victory at Castleford Tigers.

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Leeds Rhinos' latest signing Edenn Rogers-Smith seen scoring against Castleford Tigers last week. Picture by Matthew Merrick/SWpix.com.

placeholder image — Leeds Rhinos' latest signing Edenn Rogers-Smith seen scoring against Castleford Tigers last week. Picture by Matthew Merrick/SWpix.com.

Rogers-Smith, who will effectively replace the departing Jeremiah Mata’utia in Rhinos’ squad, came through Sydney Roosters’ system and played in the New South Wales Cup for Western Suburbs Magpies and North Sydney Bears before moving to France. He said: “I am excited about the opportunity to join Leeds Rhinos.

“I have enjoyed my time in France. Joining Catalans gave me the chance to test myself in Super League and this move is another big step in my career. Leeds is a club with an incredible history and I know how passionate the supporters are.

“I am looking forward to getting to AMT Headingley and being part of that environment. I want to keep improving as a player, work hard for the team and make the most of the opportunity. I am really grateful to Leeds for believing in me and I can’t wait for 2027.”

Rhinos coach Brad Arthur said: “We are really pleased to have Edenn joining us for 2027. Edenn is still developing his Super League career, but there are some really good attributes there.

“He is a big, mobile forward who can give us some real physicality and he has a lot of room to continue developing. He is hungry and motivated, which is important to us. We are looking forward to working with him and helping him become an even better player.”

Leeds’ sporting director Ian Blease added: “Edenn is an exciting player who we believe has significant potential. He has worked hard to get his opportunity in Super League after playing in the French competition and we have seen enough of him to believe there is much more to come.”