Hardaker and Minchella available to face Wigan

Leeds Rhinos have issued a statement revealing that Zak Hardaker and Elliot Minchella have been released without charge by West Yorkshire Police.

The statement reads:

“Leeds Rhinos can confirm that Zak Hardaker and Elliot Minchella have both fully co-operated with the police investigation into an incident in Leeds in February this year.

“Both players have been released without charge and the investigation is now concluded. The Rhinos will continue their internal investigation surrounding the incident however both players will be available for selection this week.”

Hardaker and Minchella were questioned by police in regard to an incident of assault at student flats in Leeds in early February.

Both players will be available to play against Wigan Warriors this Friday at Headingley.