Cameron Smith's new contract was the big news coming out of Leeds Rhinos on Wednesday after the Rhinos confirmed he had signed a new long-term deal until the end of 2026. However, more big details could soon be around the corner.
Within the club's press release on Smith the Rhinos made another announcement as they confirmed they would be revealing their squad numbers, in full, this Friday. However, the telling wording was that the club said they would be naming their squad numbers 'in full'.
Of course, that terminology would suggest that the Rhinos will be naming their full squad in the release and if that were to be the case, it would seemingly include a new addition to the squad. The Rhinos have made no secret of the fact that they have been pursuing a new signing, with both Rohan Smith and Gary Hetherington openly discussing their search for a new addition to complete their roster for next year.
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That player is understood to be the Papua New Guinea international Nene Macdonald. Leeds Live reported earlier this month that the Rhinos had completed a deal for the Leigh Leopards centre ahead of the 2023 season. Coach Rohan Smith is a close friend of Macdonald's after spending time together down under.
Regardless, Leeds fans seemingly won't need to wait much longer for further news, though for now, news of Smith's new deal will keep fans happy after his excellent performances under the new coach. So far, Leeds have announced the arrivals of Sam Lisone, Derrell Olpherts, Justin Sangare, James McDonnell, Luke Hooley, Luis Roberts, Leon Ruan and Toby Warren.
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