HUDDERSFIELD GIANTS are backing Jake Arthur to be their “controlling half” next season after signing the Australian from Hull FC.
Arthur, 23, is being allowed to leave Hull after just one season at the club, and Huddersfield have pounced to agree a two-year contract.
It comes amid continued uncertainty over the future of off-contract halfbacks Adam Clune and Tui Lolohea, as the Giants look to remodel their squad for Jim Lenihan’s first full season as coach.
“This is a very exciting signing in my opinion,” said the Giants’ director of rugby Andy Kelly.
“I feel that the way Jim Lenihan is setting us up to play, Jake fits that mould. He’s a controlling half and a fantastic addition.
“He’s ready to make a statement and we’ll give him the platform and the stage to do just that.”
Arthur, the son of Leeds Rhinos head coach Brad Arthur, played in the NRL for Parramatta Eels, Manly Sea Eagles and Newcastle Knights before moving to England a year ago.
“I’ve spoken with Jim and I love what he’s building there,” he said.
“I can take the next step with my footy at the Giants.”
Huddersfield confirmed the addition of hookers Kruise Leeming and Jeylan Hodgson earlier this week.