Hull FC closing in on Castleford Tigers' Jake Trueman as recruitment plans come together

Hull FC are closing in on the signing of Castleford Tigers' Jake Trueman as they continue to plan for the 2023 season and beyond. Hull Live understands are on the verge of completing a deal to sign the half-back, who has attracted plenty of interest from around the Super League and the NRL over the last few months.

Trueman is coming to the end of his current contract at Wheldon Road and after identifying him as their main target for next season, FC have moved quickly to bag their man. It is understood terms have been agreed with the 23-year-old Bradford-born stand-off and he is close to putting pen to paper on a long-term contract at the MKM Stadium.

The Castleford man is regarded as one of the most exciting young playmakers in the Super League and although the Tigers have struggled for consistency this season, he has been in fine form. Trueman has featured in all 11 of the club’s Super League games this season, with five tries coming from the pivots, including a brace against Huddersfield Giants.

He has also claimed 10 try assists, six less than Jake Connor who leads the assists charts, and Hull fans will know all about his creativity and talent after March’s clash between the two sides in West Yorkshire. Castleford ran out 33-26 winners on that occasion with Trueman setting up three tries to take the game away from the Black and Whites.

With a deal now imminent, FC will hope the half-back continues to shine for the Tigers this season before making the switch to the MKM with form and confidence. Trueman started his career with Bradford Bulls, but he only made one outing for his hometown club before making the move to Castleford in 2017.

He has since made 97 appearances for the Tigers, including 31 in 2019, a year in