Hull FC have had an incredibly disappointing campaign, to say the least, and they will have focus set on 2025 already.
Ahead of 2024, FC made a number of promising NRL signings – but they largely didn’t go to plan, apart from in the case of Herman Ese’ese.
Currently, clubs can have a maximum of seven ‘non-Federation trained players’ in their squad – and these players are defined as those that didn’t play three seasons of rugby in Europe before they turned 21.
These rules are much more relaxed than previous rules, which were at one point to only allow three foreign players in most English sides.
With that in mind, we take a look at what their situation is looking like currently – and look to see what further recruitment they could make…
How Hull FC ‘s quota situation is shaping up for 2025 – after latest NRL recruits
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It has been a season full of change for Hull FC, and that includes their quota players.
All of Tex Hoy, Nu Brown, Jayden Okunbor and Franklin Pele left mid-season, giving them four new spots to play with.
Jed Cartwright was signed mid-season from Newcastle Knights, and is contracted through 2025.
However, King Vuniyayawa will not take up a spot next year, as he’s only in on loan until the end of the season.
Meanwhile Carlos Tuimavave‘s departure has been confirmed, meaning another free spot for next season.
Ligi Sao has another year of his contract, while Herman Ese’ese has another two.
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Jordan Rapana and Aidan Sezer have both signed on two-year deals, from Canberra Raiders and Wests Tigers respectively, meaning they’ll be contracted through 2026.
Finally, new signing John Asiata will take up, and is contracted through 2027.
Contract status of Hull FC’s overseas players for 2025 (Date when contract expires)
Jed Cartwright (2025)
Ligi Sao (2025)
Herman Ese’ese (2026)
Jordan Rapana (2026)
Aidan Sezer (2026)
John Asiata (2027)
