Re: Rumours and signings v9 : Thu Mar 16, 2023 7:06 pm  

NickyKiss wrote:

Kruise Leeming told he can leave Leeds.

Would be all over that.

He’s the type of player we need at 9.

Re: Rumours and signings v9 : Thu Mar 16, 2023 7:13 pm  

jonh wrote:

Would be all over that.

He’s the type of player we need at 9.

If there was a way of getting him but still having space to move for a forward, I’d be extremely interested. Sadly, I just think there’s massive loyalty shown to Sam Powell and they won’t bring him in to play second fiddle (which he would be, however wrong that is).

It’s a potential opportunity to start being a bit more ruthless. Sam Powell gives it everything and has been a good servant but I wouldn’t be renewing his deal the next time it’s up.

Re: Rumours and signings v9 : Thu Mar 16, 2023 7:34 pm  

100% an upgrade on Powell, can I see it happening? No. If he’s spat his dummy out over losing minutes to O’Connor that’s also not a great sign.

Re: Rumours and signings v9 : Thu Mar 16, 2023 8:43 pm  

Powell isn't getting dropped, not a chance. Which saddens me. Its OK being a great bloke to have around, a tackling machine and a leader, but you need some talent thrown in.

Re: Rumours and signings v9 : Thu Mar 16, 2023 8:48 pm  

Carney mentioned a potential move to the NRL. It would make sense looking at the wording of the article about him. It states he wants to take up an opportunity elsewhere. That would be strange wording and a strange decision if it’s to move to Wakey or Cas and I don’t think anyone else needs him (other than us).

Re: Rumours and signings v9 : Thu Mar 16, 2023 9:36 pm  

ChrisA wrote:

Powell isn't getting dropped, not a chance. Which saddens me. Its OK being a great bloke to have around, a tackling machine and a leader, but you need some talent thrown in.

Signing a new hooker in favour of Powell seems unlikely during his testimonial year. However he's out of contract at the end of the season (I think?), I do think going we do need to bring in a player or two within the pack to complement the backs. Did Brad Dwyer only sign a year's deal this season as well?

Re: Rumours and signings v9 : Thu Mar 16, 2023 10:19 pm  

Aaron Bower has tweeted that at least one NRL club has lodged an interest in Leeming when his agents put the feelers out.

Re: Rumours and signings v9 : Thu Mar 16, 2023 10:40 pm  

MattyB wrote:

Signing a new hooker in favour of Powell seems unlikely during his testimonial year. However he's out of contract at the end of the season (I think?), I do think going we do need to bring in a player or two within the pack to complement the backs. Did Brad Dwyer only sign a year's deal this season as well?

I think he signed a 2 year deal toward the end of last year.

Re: Rumours and signings v9 : Thu Mar 16, 2023 10:51 pm  

NSW wrote: I think he signed a 2 year deal toward the end of last year. Ah, not seen anything two years just a few articles saying one year deal: https://www.totalrl.com/hull-fc-confirm ... xtensions/ He is however 29, but definitely could give three good years. Leeming at 27 could give more, seen Leeds comments and most prefer Dwyer as the better player.

NSW wrote: I think he signed a 2 year deal toward the end of last year. Ah, not seen anything two years just a few articles saying one year deal: https://www.totalrl.com/hull-fc-confirm ... xtensions/ He is however 29, but definitely could give three good years. Leeming at 27 could give more, seen Leeds comments and most prefer Dwyer as the better player.

Re: Rumours and signings v9 : Thu Mar 16, 2023 10:54 pm  

If the rumours have any substance and KPP was to go immediately, then you could move smithies to second row, Powell to 13 and leeming to 9?

Obviously can’t see it happening but I suppose if Leeming doesn’t go to the NRL then there are ways of making it work.