The arrival of Maika Sivo, Ryan Hall and Jake Connor gives Leeds more experienced competition for places in the backs and Keenan Palasia and Cooper Jenkins add to their options up front. In addition, second-row Morgan Gannon and centre Max Simpson - who didn’t play in 2024 - are expected to be available, along with prop Tom Holroyd after he made only six appearances this year.
That means coach Brad Arthur will have some tough decisions to make over his team selection. Here’s how Rhinos could line up if everyone is fit and available when the new Betfred Super League campaign begins in February.
8. Scrum-half: Matt Frawley
Has Jake Connor is snapping at his heels, but is the man in possession and went well in the organiser role under Brad Arthur this year. Photo: Steve Riding
9. Prop: Mikolaj Oledzki
Was Rhinos’ leading front-rower in the 2024 season and that hasn’t changed. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
10. Hooker: Andy Ackers
There is genuine competition at nine, but Ackers ended this year as the starter and is likely to begin 2025 the same way. Photo: John Clifton/SWpix.com
11. Prop: Keenan Palasia
The Samoan international looks set to start games after being brought in to bring aggression to Rhinos’ middle unit. Photo: Phil Daly/Leeds Rhinos
12. Second-row: James Bentley
Went well as a replacement prop under Brad Artur last season, but will probably switch back to his more familiar role. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com