breaking news: leigh leopards announce major signings – tom amone, sitili tupouniua, marcelo montoya, enari tuala and zyon maiu’u join the club
in a bold and ambitious move, the leigh leopards have officially announced the signings of five high-profile players: tom amone, sitili tupouniua, marcelo montoya, enari tuala, and zyon maiu’u. the signings mark a significant step forward in the club’s plans to strengthen their squad for the upcoming super league season.
tom amone, a powerful forward known for his aggressive style of play and impressive work rate, returns to the leigh setup after a successful stint in the nrl and with the london broncos. his familiarity with the super league and his physical dominance are expected to add steel and stability to leigh’s forward pack.
sitili tupouniua arrives from the sydney roosters, where he built a reputation as a hard-hitting, dynamic second-rower. his arrival adds versatility and intensity to leigh’s edge defense and attack, and his nrl experience will be invaluable in the super league environment.
marcelo montoya, formerly with the new zealand warriors, brings speed, agility, and an eye for the try-line. a consistent performer on the wing or in the centres, montoya’s addition will give leigh plenty of strike power in the backline.
enari tuala, known for his footwork and solid defensive play, signs on after a strong career with the north queensland cowboys and newcastle knights. capable of playing centre or wing, tuala’s skill set and finishing ability will give the leopards another valuable option in their outside backs.
young gun zyon maiu’u rounds out the group, bringing raw talent and enthusiasm to the squad. considered a rising star, maiu’u is expected to develop quickly in leigh’s system and could become a long-term asset for the club.
leigh leopards head coach adrian lam praised the new recruits, saying, “we’re absolutely thrilled to bring in this group of players. they’re proven performers at a high level, and they fit the culture and ambition of this club perfectly. this is a real statement from us about where we want to go.”
with these major signings, leigh have shown they are serious contenders for the 2025 season. fans will be eagerly awaiting the start of the campaign to see how this new-look side comes together on the field.
