The wait is finally over for Leeds Rhinos recruit Nene Macdonald.
After being out of action for almost four months, the Papua New Guinea international makes his debut at last against Hull FC on Friday. Centre Macdonald, 28, signed from Leigh in December but missed last week’s opening round of Super League and all of Leeds’ friendlies due to injury. He admitted: “I can’t wait to lace up the boots with the boys now.
“It’s been a long pre-season for me. I’ve been in rehab most of the time recovering my quad from the World Cup but I can’t wait to get out there tomorrow. Leeds is such a prestigious club and I’m so excited to be a part of it especially since walking through the changing rooms for the first time and seeing all the history in that tunnel area at Headingley. It’s where a lot of rugby league started and I can’t wait to finally throw on the jersey and get out there with them.”
