The only departures we haven't replaced that are any quality are Hardaker and Sutcliffe. Dwyer, Briscoe, Thompson, Mustapha, Mellor, Broadbent and Walker wouldn't be in our first choice 17. Sutcliffe is no real loss, and if we sign a specialist centre we will look stronger. Olpherts is a definite upgrade on Briscoe and Sangare adds some oomph to the pack.

Hopefully we'll sign a centre at least though. Hardaker is a loss for sure, but if (as seems the case) Smith rates Myler ahead of him at fullback and we sign a specialist centre, would he be in the 17?

Next season will be fascinating. I can't see us really competing until we replace Tetevano and Prior at least, but hopefully we'll see some of the kids we've signed really come on.

Same,unless we get Lisone + a centre .
Unless the plan is fo DO to play centre

YEP reporting that Leeds are in Pole Position to sign Lisone and Hale, that to me says it’s done.

Next incoming must be a specialist Centre.

A centre would be nice. Any realistic ?

Heard from David Attenborough last night that the new Lay logo is actually a Jaguar not a leopard.

Rumours that good time Derek is thinking about moving the franchise to Jarrow remain unconfirmed.

That's not bad that Gregers but, I think all the funnies will stop when the Leopards Maul the Rhinos next season.

Well Greggs , we are now flexing our cheque book , we have out bid the Whinos for Hardaker , and offered Nene more cash than your lot , it seems Derek is doing it right , we are in middle of the World Cup , and the biggest talking point is Leigh Leopards , great publicity , we have just acquired the biggest sponsorship in our history , and are ready to announce another big signing , not bad for a joke Club .

Good luck to you Charlie, I don’t think Lay are a joke club just Uncle Dessie got a Jagwarrr for a logo.

Relax, I’ve always thought you were a reet clown.

Being laughed at around the world is an interesting definition of "great publicity".

This Beaumont cult of personality is almost Trump like. Everyone else can see he's almost like a snake oil salesman but a lot of poor folk in Leigh won't countenance any criticism whatsoever, no matter how far off the rails he goes, no matter what humiliations he brings on this proud club.

Derek has a few more surprises in the coming weeks , it’s a case of watch this space , this hasn’t happened overnight , everyone is talking about Leigh Leopards now a great bit of publicity, not only out bidding you lot though , but doing the same to the Giants with Luetele , a name means nothing it’s the team on the field , we have Ipape , Ferguson , Lam , McDonald , Asiata , Amone ,nowHardaker ,and Luetele, and wait till you see our next signing .
As for me , I’ve always been a Clown .

Laughter brings joy , and Derek brings investors , as I said we have just got a Company not from local area of Leigh , wanting to get involved , giving us a record 2 year deal , folk are clamouring to get involved with us , Derek is a very successful businessman because he is a clever bloke , a winner in life , his best mate is the Good Doctor , that would be a serious link up .
Everything in the garden is rosy , we have had 4 World Cup matches held at the LSV , have been granted permission to run 2 Academy sides and a Ladies side , maybe the shirt isn’t of everyone’s taste myself I won’t buy one , but I will still be a season ticket holder .

Good grief.
Believing without question all the Dear Leader's obviously BS claims is another sign of a personality cult. I think the Rugby League community needs to stage an intervention.

On of my favourites as a kid, Charlie C.

Think you’ve got some really exciting players there and a lot of strike and top quality finishers in the backs. Leutele is real class near the line. Looks like the best side you’ve had for awhile.

I don't understand the Leigh bashing that goes on. They got hammered for coming into SL at very short notice last time. This time they seem determined to make a fist of staying up and are generating some publicity in the process. Good luck to them I say.

You need to sit down and relax mate.

Yeh fair play to Leigh.
Give the likes of Wakey the kick up the @rse they need to start thinking like a SL club.
Good luck to the Leopards....

I agree. Good luck to them. Beaumont has people talking about his club and with a smile on his face. Ultimately it comes down to what happens on the pitch but Leigh are putting themselves in a good position there, and with the stuff behind the scenes.

Thank you Gregg, for me last seasons team was the best I’ve ever seen , and I’ve watched Leigh since 1962,but next seasons team looks better , I hope we can gel.
As for the new name , it doesn’t bother me what we are called , but I hate the new shirt , and won’t buy it , I do like the new polo shirt , and will buy a season ticket .
A lot of folk misunderstand Derek , yeah he’s a bit in yer face and brash , but he’s a good guy , he does a lot for charity and underprivileged kids , he has just completed a Leigh to London cycle ride with 9 others for kids , I’ve met him many times , and though I’m not keen on his taste in clothes , I like him .
Can’t wait to visit a few SL grounds next season .

Once you get past the bling and bravado it's hard to escape the conclusion that the game could do with 10 more Beaumont's. Hope he gets rewarded with some packed houses next year.

Good on DB squad-wise. Much rather this than sides whose aspirations don't extend beyond finishing 11th.
Not sure about the rebrand and kit though tbf these are among the aspects of the game that interest me least of all.

DB is just a bit different to your average SL owner, this for me is a good thing. We need characters and people who attract attention. More power to his elbow

Yes spot on pal , a great supporter of Rob Burrow as well . Good luck to Leigh , i would love to one day have a pint and a chat with Derek

Different as in throwing a hissy fit and pulling all of his money from the club when things don`t go his way? Or different as in threatening his own fans on twitter?

If the owner of our club changed the name and colours of our club because he liked a certain animal, put a Jaguars anus on the back of the playing shirt, did the relaunch in the Phoenix club, then started posting different iterations of the branding on Social Media everyday between cocktails on holiday Id be absolutely fuming and embarrassed.

I’m sure he’s s nice guy and well done for earning a few bob but I expect better standards from a top flight RL club oerdonally.