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Ryles turns to Moses in post-Gutherson Eels era

Mitch Moses will captain the Parramatta Eels in the upcoming NRL season. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

Mitch Moses has been tasked with leading Parramatta's NRL resurgence under new coach Jason Ryles after replacing the departed Clint Gutherson as captain.

The NSW and Australian halfback was on Thursday announced as the Eels' new skipper, with Junior Paulo, J’maine Hopgood, and Jack Williams all part of their 2025 leadership group.

Long-term leader Gutherson has shifted to St George Illawarra, where he has been named a co-captain alongside Damien Cook.

Moses, a Parramatta junior, returned to the club from Wests Tigers in 2017.

“I am incredibly proud and honoured to be named captain,”  he said.

“This club means so much to me, and it’s a privilege to lead this group of players." 

The Eels finished 15th with a 7-17 record last season.

“Mitch has shown strong leadership qualities both on and off the field, and I believe he is ready to lead our club into the future," new coach Ryles said. 

"With the support of our leadership group, I’m confident he will continue to grow as a leader."

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