'Exciting player with significant potential': Leeds Rhinos land Edenn Rogers-Smith
Edenn Rogers-Smith has been described as a player with "significant potential" after securing a move to Leeds Rhinos.
The back-rower will spend the next two seasons at Headingley following a brief spell with Catalans Dragons.
Rogers-Smith made his Super League debut against the Rhinos in July and has scored tries in his last two outings for the Dragons.
The Sydney Roosters youth product gained experience in the New South Wales Cup before moving to France, initially with Carcassonne in the domestic competition.
Leeds sporting director Ian Blease believes the 27-year-old has a high ceiling.
"Edenn is an exciting player who we believe has significant potential," said Blease.
"He has worked hard to get his opportunity in Super League after playing in the French competition and we have seen enough of him to believe there is much more to come."
Rogers-Smith is determined to repay the Rhinos' faith after a promising start to his Super League career.
"I am excited about the opportunity to join Leeds Rhinos," he said.
"I have enjoyed my time in France and joining Catalans gave me the chance to test myself in Super League. This move is another big step in my career.
"Leeds is a club with an incredible history and I know how passionate the supporters are. I am looking forward to getting to AMT Headingley and being part of that environment.
"I want to keep improving as a player, work hard for the team and make the most of the opportunity. I am really grateful to Leeds for believing in me and can't wait for 2027."
Rogers-Smith is Leeds' third confirmed signing following the additions of Dylan Walker and former player Morgan Gannon.
Rhinos head coach Brad Arthur said: "We are really pleased to have Edenn joining us for 2027.
"Edenn is still developing his Super League career but there are some really good attributes there. He is a big, mobile forward who can give us some real physicality and he has a lot of room to continue developing.
"He is hungry and motivated, which is important to us. We are looking forward to working with him and helping him become an even better player."