Hull FC’s Search for a Half-Back Continues After Lachlan Lam Stays Put at Leigh
Hull FC Faces Setback in Half-Back Search
In a setback for Hull FC, Leigh coach Adrian Lam has confirmed that playmaker Lachlan Lam will be staying put, dashing the club’s hopes of bringing him to the MKM Stadium in 2025. With Jordan Abdull set to form one half of the halves pairing for the Black and Whites next season, Hull must now turn their attention to finding a suitable partner for the experienced half-back.
Potential Half-Back Targets
With Jake Trueman potentially on the move to Wakefield Trinity, Hull’s search for a half-back has intensified. The article examines several off-contract players, both from the NRL and Super League, who could be potential options to fill the void.
Australian half-back Josh Drinkwater, who has been plying his trade in Super League since 2016, could be one such target. The 31-year-old is set to depart Warrington at the end of the current campaign and may be tempted by a move to Hull for a couple of seasons before returning home.
Another player who has been on Hull’s radar is Jake Clifford. The playmaker impressed during his time with the club last season and has now returned to the NRL with North Queensland Cowboys, though he has featured predominantly for their feeder club Northern Pride in the Queensland Cup. The 26-year-old could be enticed back to Super League in 2025.
Lachlan Ilias, the 24-year-old South Sydney Rabbitohs half-back, has been informed he can negotiate a move away from the club, with the arrival of Lewis Dodd at St Helens. If Hull can secure his services, they would be acquiring a talented young player with significant NRL experience.
Anthony Milford, the 13-time Samoa international, is another off-contract option worth considering. The 28-year-old, who has over 200 NRL appearances to his name, was set to join Leigh this season but a family matter kept him in Australia. He could provide invaluable experience to Hull’s squad.
Additionally, 22-year-old Bailey Biondi-Odo, who has represented the Indigenous All Stars and made 17 NRL appearances for Canterbury Bulldogs, is another young talent plying his trade in the Queensland Cup who could be a shrewd acquisition for Hull.
Conclusion
As Hull FC continue their search for a half-back to partner Jordan Abdull, this list of potential targets highlights the depth of talent available both in the NRL and Super League. The club will need to act quickly to secure their preferred option and strengthen their squad for the 2025 season.
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