Another NRL player has been made accessible to Super League clubs, presenting an additional opportunity for recruitment.
South Sydney Rabbitohs outside back Richard Kennar has emerged as the latest NRL player offered to Super League clubs. Reports indicate that the 29-year-old’s name has been circulated among teams in the competition, with the intention of securing a deal for the upcoming season.
Kennar’s contract with the Bunnies is set to expire at the end of the season, marking his departure after three seasons with the club. Renowned for his strength as an outside back, he primarily operates on the wing but also possesses versatility to play in the centre position.
Throughout his NRL career spanning 40 games, Kennar has demonstrated his scoring prowess with 20 tries to his name. This season, he has already notched two tries in as many matches, notably contributing to the Rabbitohs’ performance, including a try scored in their Las Vegas defeat to the Manly Sea Eagles earlier this year. However, a potential obstacle for clubs eyeing Kennar’s signature could be securing him a Governing Body Endorsement, particularly as he has made only seven appearances in the last two seasons.
Kennar joins the ranks of players recently offered to Super League clubs in the past few weeks. Notable names such as Adam Doueihi and Jack de Belin have also emerged as potential recruitment opportunities for clubs with available quota spots and an interest in overseas signings.
The Australian market is anticipated to see increased activity in the coming weeks as players determine their prospects in the NRL. While the process may unfold gradually, early signs of movement are beginning to emerge within the market.