Leeds Rhinos' Kylie Leuluai signs new one-year contract
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Leeds prop Kylie Leuluai has committed his immediate future to the club by signing a new one-year contract.
The deal, until the end of next season, will now see the 33-year-old end his career at Headingley.
Rhinos coach Brian McDermott told BBC Radio Leeds: "Other people get a lot of credit, and rightly so.
"Kylie doesn't get as much credit as he probably should. He's one of those unsung heroes where his numbers are always good after a game," he added.
"But, more than that, the presence he has on a field is big for us.
"He's also very good for us off the field as well - some of that leadership that every team needs, somebody to lead from the front and show people the right way to go.
"He's a strong-natured character so we're really pleased he's staying and he's going to improve as he gets older."
Leuluai, who joined the Rhinos , externalfrom NRL side Manly in 2007, has won three Grand Finals and one World Club Championship title with the club.
"At 33, I know there are some people who will question whether I can continue to produce my best," said the Samoan international. "But, if I did not believe I could still make a massive contribution to the club, I would not have signed.
"Next year will definitely be my last year as I have other interests I am looking to pursue after rugby.
"However, I want to go out on a high with a big 18 months ahead of us."