League Latest – keeping you up to date with the latest news from the world of rugby league. Here are some of the headline-grabbing stories from the last 24 hours.
Sky in driving seat
League Express has reported that Sky Sports are in the driving seat for the new restructure.
Racism accusation
It was alleged live on Sky Sports after last night’s game between Leeds and Warrington that Mikolaj Oledzki had reported an accusation of racism against a fan, and now the Leeds website has confirmed it.
Hull struggling
Hull FC chairman Adam Pearson has told the Hull Daily Mail that his club will struggle with low attendances.
Powell bemoans halfback situation
Daryl Powell has told Serious About Rugby League that his side have no halfbacks for today’s clash against Huddersfield.
Salford slammed by Chester
Chris Chester has slammed Salford for not having an academy, League Express has reported.
Leeds in for Austin
Leeds are set to secure a deal for Blake Austin, Yorkshire Live has reported.
Taylor nearing return
Scott Taylor is close to returning for Hull, League Express has revealed.
Clubs considering legal action
Rugby League Hub has reported that some Super League clubs could allegedly be considering legal action if promotion to Super League occurs in 2021.
Rhinos recruitment update
Leeds boss Richard Agar has told Serious About Rugby League that not many more players will be coming through the door at Leeds.
Kasiano’s future undecided
Sam Kasiano’s future is said to be uncertain, according to the Hull Daily Mail.
Mellor out for season
Alex Mellor is out for the season with an MCL rupture, Serious About Rugby League has revealed.
Quinlan unsure on future
The Hull Daily Mail has revealed that Hull KR fullback Adam Quinlan is in talks with club over a move away.
Leigh to poach NRL star
Gold Coast Titans’ Sam Stone will be joining Leigh, the Manchester Evening News has reported.
Agar speaks on Sinfield
Leeds head coach Richard Agar has spoken to Serious About Rugby League about his relationship with the departing Kevin Sinfield.
No deal for Cudjoe
Leroy Cudjoe still hasn’t signed a new deal at Huddersfield, League Express has reported.
New Saints fullback
Saints boss Kristian Woolf has identified a new fullback for 2022 and beyond, Serious About Rugby League has revealed.
Massive funding cuts
British Rugby League could be set to lose as much as £14 million at the end of 2021 due to a reduced Sky Sports deal, according to Rugby League Hub.
Woolf eyes Fages replacement
Kristian Woolf has told Serious About Rugby League that Theo Fages’ halfback replacement is at St Helens already.
Tetevano and COVID
Richard Agar has told Serious About Rugby League about the struggles that Leeds’ Zane Tetevano went through with COVID.
Richard Palliser
August 3, 2021 at 5:33 am
Considering legal action, tail wagging the dog me thinks, self serving me thinks. Wonder if that’s the real reason the game’s taking a dip currently?? Won’t accept the agreement of the collective, not part of the team, potentially 🤔