The dust has settled on Richard Agar's departure as Leeds Rhinos head coach and the focus now turns to his successor. The search for a new candidate has begun with a global search set to take place.
You suspect the Rhinos might have already had a replacement in mind. It's no secret that a succession plan had been drawn up that would see Agar move into an administrative role at some point in the future. As such, it's fair to assume some form of shortlist had been drawn up, physically or mentally, for when the day arrived.
Of course, the Rhinos never had plans to make that change six weeks into the campaign. As such, the process might prove more complex. The availability of coaches mid-season isn't high. Finding an employer willing to part ways with a member of their coaching staff is slim. Leeds will have their work cut out to get their first choice straight away.
