I'd send Lancaster out on loan to get regular game time and to develop, but under our strict guidance. This allows us to have Smith in the squad as cover. Lancaster needs regular game time to develop. Sat in the stand waiting for the odd u23 game is not going to allow him the time to develop at the pace we require.
Smith's signing I suspect will be on the understanding that he is likely to be playing second fiddle and sitting in the stands waiting for a game.
He will also I assume be an influence off the park. He is after all a winner from the Leeds stable so will be able to advise the likes of Logan, Lancaster and Naughton etc.

Given Smith's pedigree and the fact he's available I think we would be stupid not to risk him. A one year deal keeps him enthused as you can guarantee that it will be championship rugby for him next season if it doesn't work out.

Glad he's moved on , Naughton , Lancaster can easily cover . Heard Smith to Leigh might be the sweetener for Ryan Brierley comming this way !.

Not sure how Smith can be classed as a sweetener when he is not even a FC player.

Bloody hell Keith you have finally got something right.

Even a broken clock is correct twice a day!

good decision in my opinion. we have naughton who should be filling this role and he's a better player in my opinion. simple as