When is Super League transfer deadline day as Leeds and Warrington give recruitment stances

The Super League transfer deadline is almost upon us, meaning clubs have a race against time to complete deals.

Warrington Wolves have recently confirmed Luke Yates has joined the club earlier than originally expected, and Jayden Nikorima is set to join Salford Red Devils.

However, any other moves need to be made before Friday 2nd August, otherwise players will not be able to join up with their new sides before the end of the current campaign.

One side that are unlikely to be making a deal before then is Leeds Rhinos, with sporting director Ian Blease recently suggesting they wouldn’t be making a signing before the deadline, despite seeming to be in somewhat of an injury crisis at the moment – which has caused the recent loan moves of Matty Russell and Sam Eseh.

Blease said, via Love Rugby League: “In terms of injuries, it means we’re aware of the market and where we can strengthen. But we have a good youth system which we will probably lean on before going into the market, and also, there isn’t a great deal available.”

Sam Burgess gives Super League recruitment hint for Warrington

Sam Burgess, however, has suggested there could be some further moves for Warrington Wolves, saying, via The Warrington Guardian:“We’ve got a couple of weeks yet, we’ve got a bit of space (on the salary cap), so we’ll see.”

This could see them making another move similar to that of Luke Yates as they look to strengthen their position within the playoff spaces ahead of the post-season games.

Burgess continued: “At the minute we’re pretty tight with the cap for next year. We’ve promoted a couple and a couple of other guys [have been handed improved deals].

“I’ve inherited this cap so I’m just doing my best with what I’ve got. It’s tough to make it all work at times but – as it stands – it’s going to be pretty tight.”