Huddersfield sign Evalds permanently from Hull KR

Niall Evalds scored more than 100 tires in seven years with Salford Red Devils and spent two years with Castleford before joining Hull KR in 2024

Former England international Niall Evalds has turned his loan at Huddersfield Giants from Hull KR into a permanent move.

Evalds has signed a two-year contract with the Giants after injuries wrecked his 2025 campaign with the west Yorkshire club.

The 31-year-old broke his foot just 35 minutes into his debut in March before he suffered a season-ending calf problem in July on his comeback.

Part of the KR side that reached the 2024 Grand Final, Evalds will now stay at the John Smith's Stadium until at least 2027.

"When I signed on loan, it wasn't with a short-term view," Evalds said.

"It was to be at Giants for the next few years. I want to focus on getting back to enjoying it and doing what I can do.

"The start of my Giants career hasn't gone particularly to plan, but I'm here for the longer term and I'm working really hard in rehab to get back stronger for next year."