Leeds Rhinos have opened discussions with Batley Bulldogs fullback Luke Hooley about a move to the club. Rugby League Live understands the 23-year-old has caught the eye of head coach Rohan Smith, who met Hooley late last week.
Though no deal is currently thought to be on the table, the Rhinos are expected to table a contract offer for the former Bradford Bulls youngster, who is off-contract at the end of the year. Hooley has commanded interest from other clubs in the Championship but the Rhinos' interest has seen a move to Headingley become a possibility.
Hooley has been one of the Championship's best young players for the past two years. He has been a key cog in a Batley side that has punched above its weight, with the Bulldogs reaching the play-off semi-finals last year and currently third in the Championship this term.
