The standard of recruitment throughout Super League has been impressive once again, and will add to the pantheon of talents to watch this coming campaign.

In terms of stardom, Hull KR's capture of Waerea-Hargreaves is a genuine box-office signing. Even at 36 years of age, the powerhouse prop has an aura and a physicality that lays down the gauntlet for the rest of the league's forwards.

Leigh's acquisition of David Armstrong feels like a potential 'signing of the season' contender, as the athletic 23-year-old full-back possesses rapid pace and no end of skill.

Newcastle Knights wanted to keep him, but with Kalyn Ponga barring his path to the first-team, it was a case of letting him go.

Tristan Sailor and Kyle Feldt bring serious NRL pedigree to St Helens, while the appointment of the much-admired former half-back Lee Briers on the coaching staff is another excellent coup.

Catalans have brought in half-back Luke Keary, a three-time NRL title winner, among others to help steer them back to success after falling away from the top six last season.

Can Brad Arthur get the right messages into Jake Connor following his arrival at Leeds? Some of the preseason evidence is the former England international is looking as sharp as he has done for some time.

Tom Johnstone will be back in Wakefield colours in 2025, and while they are not new signings, the likes of Oli Pratt, Ky Rodwell and Caleb Uele are all untested at Super League level but have potential.

Finally, a Burgess brother will again be running around in Super League after Tom Burgess opted for Huddersfield after ending his and the family's long association with South Sydney Rabbitohs.

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Salford Red Devils say they will field a team featuring "predominantly reserve squad players" for their 2025 Super League season opener at St Helens this weekend.

The club have had a tumultuous off-season following the conclusion of the 2024 campaign, first being given an advance on their 2025 central revenues before being ordered by the RFL to sell players.

A takeover by a consortium led by businessman Dario Berta was completed last week, which included clearing the club's debts, however the club say they are still under sustainability cap restrictions which will affect team selection for Saturday.

"Following the change of ownership, all documents have been submitted to the RFL for final approval, which is still ongoing," a club statement added.

"Although the club is disappointed to still be under the restriction, there is an understanding that the process requires the appropriate time to be completed and we are complying with each request as it is provided.

"It is hoped this will be completed in time for the first home fixture of the season against Leeds Rhinos on Saturday 22 February."

BBC iPlayer

You can watch live games from across the 2025 Super League season on BBC TV and BBC iPlayer. The action continues on BBC iPlayer where you can watch again for up to 30 days.

Saturday 15th February

17:15 GMT: St Helens v Salford Red Devils - BBC Two and BBC iPlayer

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