Lee Smith: Back at Wakefield on a short-term deal

Former Leeds and England outside back Lee Smith has joined Wakefield on a deal until the end of the season.

Smith, who was an integral member of the Wildcats side that reached the Super League play-offs in 2012, returns to Belle Vue after a brief spell in rugby union with Aviva Premiership club Newcastle.

The 28-year-old won three Grand Finals with Leeds in three different positions and played on the wing for England in the 2008 World Cup.

He could be a straight replacement for full-back Kevin Locke if the New Zealand international is ruled out for the rest of the season with a shoulder injury sustained in Sunday's 58-20 defeat by Castleford.

Wakefield chairman Michael Carter said: "I'm delighted to welcome a player of Lee's class back to the club. I'm sure he will do well for us until the end of the season."

Four tries from Castleford winger Justin Carney helped his side beat local rivals Wakefield Four tries from Castleford winger Justin Carney helped his side beat local rivals Wakefield

Smith said: "I'm really excited to be back here. The club have given me a great opportunity which I am very grateful for and hopefully I can reward them."