Rieko Ioane named as midfielder as Blues announce squad for 2020 Super Rugby season

All Blacks winger Rieko Ioane appears certain for a Super Rugby shift to his preferred position of centre, as the Blues announced their squad for the 2020 Super Rugby season.

As the Blues have said goodbye to both Ma'a Nonu and Sonny Bill Williams, while welcoming England Test midfielder Joe Marchant, Ioane is listed as one of four centre options, as opposed to in the outside backs.

TJ Faiane and Tanielu Tele'a join Ioane and Marchant as the other contenders for the Blues' midfield slots.

Ioane has always insisted that centre is his preferred position, despite his success in the All Blacks' number 11 jersey.

[Source:TVNZ]