Hull KR have the option to turn Muizz Mustapha’s loan from Leeds Rhinos into a permanent deal.
The 20-year-old prop has joined Rovers for the 2021 campaign after signing a new two-year contract with the Rhinos.
But Hull Live understands the arrangement is slightly more complicated than that.
Should Mustapha impress during his time at Craven Park, there is a clause in the contract with Leeds that would allow KR to take the young forward on a two-year deal.
It represents something of a coup by the Robins, with Mustapha highly regarded in the academy game before making the step up to Super League level this year.
The youngster was a standout performer for England Academy in their series victory over the Australian Schoolboys at the end of 2018 and has got a bright future in the game.
After making his first-team debut against Workington Town in last year’s Challenge Cup, Mustapha got a taste of Super League in the second part of this season.
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He came off the bench in games against Catalans Dragons and Warrington Wolves as Richard Agar fielded second-string sides ahead of big matches in the Challenge Cup.
Mustapha impressed with his enthusiasm and physicality, two traits that make him a welcome addition to the KR pack.
With Albert Vete and Ryan Hall the other players on board for the 2021 season, Rovers already look more solid with further reinforcements expected.
As well as fellow prop Vete, Mustapha will compete with Robbie Mulhern, Will Maher, George King and Anesu Mudoti for front-row places.
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Mustapha has come to Craven Park to play and if fit will be hoping to be a regular in Tony Smith’s 17.
Loan deals are often bittersweet for fans, who see their club do the hard work only for a rival to benefit in the long run.
But Rovers ensured there was a clause in the deal to give the club the chance to make Mustapha a permanent addition, which could turn out to be a masterstroke if the youngster shows his undoubted potential next season.