The Rhinos have confirmed the arrival of the Australian on a short-term deal.
Brad Arthur has been named as Leeds Rhinos ' new head coach on an interim basis. The Australian, currently a free agent after leaving Parramatta Eels during the season, has been placed in charge with immediate effect.
Assistant coaches Chev Walker and Scott Grix will be in charge for Thursday's game with Warrington Wolves, though it is hoped that the 50-year-old will be in attendance for the game at the Halliwell Jones Stadium, albeit in a watching capacity. Sporting Director, Ian Blease, said: “We are delighted to have secured the services of a highly experienced coach in Brad Arthur for the remainder of this season. Having a vacancy at this time of year has its own challenges with some of our other options committed to their current clubs. Brad is keen to get started and is heading to England now, he hopes to be at Thursday’s game against Warrington Wolves to get his first look at the team.
“I have always said that we would not rush into long term decisions for the good of the club. We recently announced new contracts for 15 of our brightest young stars, and Brad’s appointment gives us the opportunity to focus on the current season whilst I can continue to build our long term vision.” Arthur, who has 264 games of experience at NRL level, succeeds Rohan Smith following his departure last month. Leeds are currently seventh in Super League, two points adrift of the play-offs. He spent over a decade with the Eels and guided them to the NRL Grand Final in 2022.
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