So Merrin on his way this time.

Yes looks that way. Actually a very good signing in theory. Three concerns: can we get him and keep him fit? Isn’t a 4 year Marquee deal highly risky? And what position will we play him in (do we need a second Ferres..?)

Id have thought we'd have announced the England player you mentioned by now plus we still have another quota spot.

Trent Merrin confirmed, 4 year deal https://www.therhinos.co.uk/2018/11/15/ ... e-signing/

Trent Merrin confirmed, 4 year deal https://www.therhinos.co.uk/2018/11/15/ ... e-signing/

I think most of us would be happy if the first Ferres turned up every now and then, instead of his obese twin.

I didn’t think we had a chance of this signing. I’m quite sure he’ll be our new captain too

Really? I had Watkins pencilled in as long term skipper and thought he was shaping up well in the role. Would it not have a detrimental effect on Watkins, particularly considering Merrin will probably be off in 3 years and we'll then need to find a new captain.

I hadn’t thought of it like that and Watkins’s performances seemed to lift whilst having the role. Depends if Watkins wants the captaincy too I suppose

I am not convinced any of the signings made are what I was told. There might well be the correct number and positions, but I have a feeling they have been turned down/missed out on the signings they actually thought they had. Maybe not all, but certainly in a couple of instances.

Ilahihifo in part-ex for Mullally

Johnstone in from Wakey part-ex with Handley and Walters

Job done.

If only Carlsberg did SL transfers

Just think we need to off-load some wages and players too.

Johnstone's parents are Leeds seasons ticket holders. Surely that has some sway?

He may have signed a new contract at Wakey - but realistically that just ensures a transfer fee.