Twelve years on from that first day in charge, Pearson unfortunately leaves Hull exactly how he found them - a lower-half Super League club with a frustrated fan base and a big job ahead to correct the mistakes of the past.

Adam Pearson is on his way out of Hull FC after striking a deal with Yorkshire businessmen Andrew Thirkill and David Hood for a full takeover of the club.

Former Leeds Rhinos president Andrew Thirkill and businessman David Hood enter into an exclusivity period to take over Hull FC.

Hull FC set for takeover as club enter period of exclusivity with former Leeds Rhinos president Andrew Thirkill and businessman David Hood; Black and Whites won just three of 27 Super League games in 2024 and lost Grade A status;