LEEDS RHINOS have signed Nick Cotric on a four-year deal from Catalans Dragons.
The 27-year-old back joins Edenn Rogers-Smith, whose signing was announced earlier today, in making the move from Perpignan to AMT Headingley from 2027.
Cotric, who plys his trade predominantly on the wing or at centre, came through the ranks at his hometown club Canberra Raiders, for whom he made his NRL debut in 2017, and went on to score 63 tries in 135 appearances.
There, he was a part of the side which reached the 2019 Grand Final – making his State of Origin debut for New South Wales the same year – before a short spell with Canterbury Bulldogs, where he featured a further 14 times.
Since joining Catalans ahead of the 2025 campaign, he has established himself as a Super League regular, and is hopeful of bringing more silverware to the Rhinos.
“Leeds is a massive club with a great history and a huge supporter base and I am really looking forward to experiencing that at AMT Headingley,” enthused Cotric, who has played internationally for both Australia and Serbia.
“I have enjoyed my time in Super League and I feel that I still have plenty to offer. The opportunity to work with Brad (Arthur) and the coaching staff and to be part of what Ian (Blease) and the club are building was a big factor in my decision.
“I am coming to Leeds determined to work hard, contribute to the team and hopefully help the club challenge for trophies.”
Arthur, whose side host Wigan Warriors in a battle for the League Leaders’ Shield on Saturday, added: “Nick has a huge amount of experience for his age.
“He has played at the highest level in the NRL, represented his state and country and has now had two seasons of Super League experience.
“He is strong, athletic and understands what it takes to perform at the top level.”
Sporting director Ian Blease believes both Cotric and Rogers-Smith are the right fit for the club.
“Both players have different stories and different attributes, but we believe they are the right profiles for our squad,” he said.
“Nick’s experience speaks for itself. To have played nearly 150 NRL games, represented New South Wales and Australia and then established himself in Super League shows the level he has operated at.
“He has also gained a good understanding of the competition and what is required to play here.
“There is still plenty of work to do between now and the start of next season, but these are two important additions to our squad and we believe both players can make a significant contribution to the Rhinos.”