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Ross Heppenstall

Zak Hardaker's former Leeds Rhinos teammate backs him to win over supporters

Zak Hardaker will have no problems winning back over the Leeds Rhinos supporters following his return to Headingley, according to former team-mate Brett Delaney. Hardaker has sealed a short-term deal with the Rhinos until the end of the season following his abrupt departure from Wigan Warriors last week.

The 30-year-old full-back enjoyed plenty of glorious moments in the blue and amber jersey, winning a League Leaders’ Shield, three Super League titles, two Challenges Cups and a World Club Challenge. When Brian McDermott’s men achieved the treble in 2015, Hardaker was crowned the Steve Prescott Man of Steel.

Popular ex-Rhinos forward Delaney told Leeds Live: “Zak going back to Leeds is a great story and he was fantastic when I was there. “He’s an unbelievable talent and had a lot of success at Headingley, so it was unfortunate to see him go.

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