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Leeds extend contract of former Eels coach Brad Arthur

By AAP Newswire

Aug 22, 2024

Brad Arthur has agreed to an initial one-year contract to extend his stay as Leeds head coach.

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The 50-year-old Australian, who took over at Headingley until the end of the current Super League season in July, will now remain in the role until at least the end of the 2025 campaign.

Arthur, who was head coach at 2022 NRL grand-finalists Parramatta for 10 seasons, told therhinos.co.uk: "I said I would only stay if I felt I could make a difference.

"It is a big decision to move to the other side of the world, especially for my family.

"I feel an initial one-year deal works well for all parties but I am sure we will continue to talk over the next 12 months and make the right decision for all of us about the future beyond that."

Leeds sporting director Ian Blease said Arthur had already made "a big impact."

"His commitment to our club has been unquestionable, heading straight here as soon as the original deal was agreed to get started and leaving his family back home.

"Naturally, agreeing to stay longer is a big decision for any family. We are pleased that Brad is here for 2025 and I am sure, as he has already proven, we will continue to plan for the future beyond that when the time is right."

By AAP Newswire

Australian Associated Press