Saturday 4 June 2016 11:30, UK
Last year's Man of Steel Zak Hardaker is set to leave Leeds after the Rhinos placed the full-back on the transfer list.
The England international was a key player for Brian McDermott's side in their treble-winning 2015 season but the Rhinos have agreed to sell him after he expressed his desire to play in the NRL.
Leeds, who are bottom of Super League after 17 rounds, have valued Hardaker at £300,000.
Gary Hetherington, Rhinos chief executive, told the club's website: "We have agreed with Zak that the opportunity to continue his career at another club is in both parties' best interests.
"Zak has established his credentials as a world-class player and at the age of 24, he has so much to look forward to. He has given great service to the Rhinos as a Full Back, Winger and Centre and he will remain part of our squad until a transfer is agreed. I have no doubt he will continue to give his best as he always does."
Hardaker signed for the Rhinos in 2011 from Featherstone Rovers and has gone onto make 154 appearances, scoring 67 tries and 45 goals.
He played in all three Tests for England in their series win over world champions New Zealand last year.
Hardaker said: "I explained my desire to leave and test myself in the NRL to Gary several weeks ago and I am pleased the club is prepared to release me.
"I have had five great years here and have had so many wonderful times. I will continue to help the team whilst I am here but I am also excited with what the future may hold for me".
Hardaker's impending departure would be the latest high-profile exit from Headingley after Kevin Sinfield, Jamie Peacock, Kylie Leuluai and Paul Aiton all left the Rhinos at the end of last season.
