Rugby League News: Hull FC recruitment & Joe Lovodua, Hardaker’s Wigan replacement, St Helens deal & Channel 4 host

Rugby League News – keeping you up to date with the latest news from the world of rugby league.

It has been a busy 24 hours with major stories breaking from Super League and the NRL.

Here is a round-up of everything that has happened…

Hull FC recruitment, stadium and Lovodua

Hull Live has revealed the latest on Hull FC’s recruitment with head coach Brett Hodgson expecting some movement. There is also an update on the Hull stadium following a plan by Hull City. Read more here.

There has also been an update given on Joe Lovodua as Hull Live linked with a shock move. Read more here.

Hardaker illness

Zak Hardaker’s debut against Hull KR is in doubt following an illness after making the move to Leeds Rhinos. He was due to take part in a media call yesterday, but was absent and may take part in one today. Read more here.

Hardaker has also revealed how long he has been trying to move from the Wigan Warriors. Read more here.

Leeds ruing loss of star

Leeds Rhinos are said to be ruing the loss of a star to their local rivals after being in such a pickle in recent weeks.

The club have won just twice all season and may well have been helped by this man. Read more here.

Whitehead’s car crash

The Mole at The World Wide of Sports has revealed that Canberra Raiders and former Super League star Elliott Whitehead has been a hero.

After suffering a horrendous facial injury in training, Whitehead helped a local victim of a car crash. Read more here.

Charnley future

Warrington Wolves winger Josh Charnley has criticised a former club for the way he was treated on the Take Flight podcast.

Charnley has also made an admission on his future. Read more here.

Ex-Wigan and Warrington man in Alzheimer’s diagnosis

A former Wigan and Warrington captain has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.

There is set to be a fundraising event that will take place at Newton Sports club in April for £5 a ticket. Read more here.

St Helens deal

St Helens have struck a huge deal that underlines their position as the biggest club in Super League.

They face Salford Red Devils tomorrow night at home and are looking for victory after last week’s defeat to Castleford Tigers. Read more on the deal here.

Wilkin slams Hardaker move

Former St Helens man and Sky Sports pundit Jon Wilkin has slammed the Leeds Rhinos deal for Zak Hardaker.

He has labelled the move as ‘desperate’ as he criticises Hardaker’s past and potential future. Read more here.

Flu ravages SL side

Flu has been making its way through a Super League side’s camp following the last Easter weekend.

It has hampered proceedings in the build-up to this weekend’s fixtures. Read more here.

Cas welcome back two

Castleford Tigers may well have suffered two injuries, but they will have two big faces in their side for tomorrow’s clash against Catalans Dragons.

Lee Radford named his 21-man squad yesterday. Read more here.

Channel 4 host

There will be a different Channel 4 host for the next live game at the end of May as Hull KR take on Catalans Dragons.

Helen Skelton hosted Wigan Warriors’ fixture against Salford Red Devils. Read more here.

Wakefield duo depart

A pair of Wakefield Trinity players have departed Belle Vue on a short-term deal at the same club.

It means there will be two less players available to Willie Poching for tonight’s clash with Huddersfield Giants. Read more here.

Hardaker’s Wigan replacement

The Manchester Evening News has revealed that Wigan Warriors head coach Matty Peet is looking for a Zak Hardaker replacement.

The fullback/centre left for Leeds Rhinos last week and Peet has broached the idea of new blood. Read more here.

Smith arrival

Leeds Rhinos have revealed when Rohan Smith will arrive at Headingley following his move from Norths Devils.

The former Bradford Bulls man signed a three-and-a-half year deal for Leeds. Read more about when he will arrive here.

Williams and Widdop

There has been an update on Warrington Wolves halfbacks George Williams and Gareth Widdop.

The duo missed last week’s win over Huddersfield Giants. Read more here.