Jake Arthur to Join Hull FC in 2026

Hull FC have announced the acquisition of Jake Arthur ahead of the 2026 Betfred Super League season.

The 22-year-old Australian halfback will join forces with the Black & Whites next season, signing a two-year-deal at the MKM Stadium.

The youngster made his professional debut for Parramatta Eels in the NRL in 2021, scoring in a 34-18 win over New Zealand Warriors in Magic Round.

He played at the Eels under the stewardship of his father, Brad Arthur, who is now Head Coach of Betfred Super League outfit, Leeds Rhinos.

Although Arthur is more well-known for his playmaking capabilities, he is no stranger to crossing the whitewash, not least in the 2022 NRL Grand Final when he popped up for a try against Penrith Panthers.

In more recent years, the halfback has spent time at Manly Sea Eagles, and he currently plays for Newcastle Knights.

Much of his Rugby League over the last few years has come in the New South Wales Cup, where he has been a constant threat.

Until he was picked up by the Knights this year, Arthur was top of the assists table in the NSW Cup earlier in 2025, with 20 assists in just 14 appearances.

Now he’s signed up at Hull FC for 2026, he’ll be able to relish the prospect of playing behind a powerful pack that includes Herman Ese’ese, Sam Lisone and Liam Knight.

Speaking to hullfc.com after signing for the Black & Whites, Arthur said: “I’m really excited. It’s a really great opportunity for me to come over to England and grow my footy game.

“Also, I’m really looking forward to linking up with the team. I’ve watched quite a lot of Hull FC this year and I really like the look of the team and how they play, so I’m excited to get in and amongst it.

“Hull play a real tough brand of footy. I’ll be looking to come in and try and take a bit of the pressure off Aidan [Sezer] and steer the team around the park.

“I can’t wait to come over and play in front of the crowds. You can hear how loud the fans are just watching on the TV – to play in front of it will be a crazy experience.

“I’ve got a few mates who have already been to England to play in Super League and they say that the Hull fans are the loudest, so I can’t wait to get over there and represent the club in the best way I possibly can.”

Hull FC’s Director of Rugby, Gareth Ellis, added: “John Cartwright is excited by the signing of Jake Arthur. He’s an excellent judge of a good Rugby League player, so this is a piece of business we can be very happy with.”

“Jake is a young, hungry player, who has all of the attributes and traits to make a great Super League player.

“We identified Jake a while ago and we’re thrilled to be able to get the deal over the line. We’re looking forward to him arriving in Hull so he can get started with us in preparation for the 2026 season.”