"I am so proud of how they have grown as a group": Leeds Rhinos Coach Brad Arthur pens new deal
He'll remain at Headingley for the 2026 Super League season
Last updated 11th Aug 2025
Leeds Rhinos Head Coach Brad Arthur has finally made his future at the club clear, by agreeing a new deal for 2026.
The 51 year old Australian has also agreed to a rolling contract that could see him remain at Headingley beyond next year.
His future had been unclear, with Arthur previously saying any decision had to be 'right for his family.
Leeds Rhinos Sporting Director Ian Blease said: “We are delighted that Brad will be staying at the Rhinos next season and hopefully for more years to come."
"I know it was a big decision for him and his family. Brad is a man of his word and he did not want to commit to us if there was any doubt that he needed to return home to Australia.
"As a club, we are also grateful to Brad’s family for the support they have given him, often in professional sport, there is a danger we can forget that the decisions that players and coaches make have a big impact on those closest to them.
Arthur said: “I am really pleased to be staying here at the Rhinos."
"My family and I have been made to feel so welcome since the first day I walked in the door at Headingley and I am excited about what this group of players can achieve.
"I would like to thank Paul Caddick and Ian Blease, in particular, for the support and patience they have shown to me.
“I always said from the outset that I only wanted to be here if I felt I could help make the team better and have an impact on this group of players.
"I am so proud of how they have grown as a group, no one can ever doubt their determination and commitment to the club and each other and I think that is something that shouldn’t be underestimated.
"I am looking forward to building on those foundations with our coaching team in the months ahead."