Leeds Rhinos are considering a move for Leigh Centurions centre Nene Macdonald in a deal that would reunite coach Rohan Smith with an old friend. The Rhinos have been looking to bolster their squad with a left-edge centre and that has seen them turn to Macdonald as one potential option.
Leigh are understood to be chasing a deal for Huddersfield Giants centre Ricky Leutele and should they secure his services, that would leave them in need of moving another of their quota players off the roster. With Leutele also a left-edge centre, they are thought to be open to moving Macdonald on if they can land a deal for Leutele. It should be noted that earlier in the year, Leigh head coach Adrian Lam claimed Macdonald was contracted for 2023, meaning they are in position to stand their ground should they wish to do so.
Leeds have confirmed the departure of Liam Sutcliffe, who will join Hull FC next season. He has been deployed at left centre by Smith during his time at the club and his departure would pave the way for Macdonald to come in. Bodene Thompson is off-contract and should he depart, that would free up the quota spot needed to bring him in.
