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Hull FC announce tenth signing for 2027 as NRL forward inks deal

Hull FC have continued their heavy recruitment by announcing the signing of NRL forward Josh Kerr. Kerr, 30, was recently released by St George Illawarra Dragons ahead of the anticipated move and it’s taken the Black and Whites little time…

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 6:01 PM
Hull FC announce tenth signing for 2027 as NRL forward inks deal
Key Things to Know
  • Hull FC have signed NRL forward Josh Kerr on a two-year permanent contract for the 2027 season.
  • The 30-year-old forward joins as a free agent after being released by St George Illawarra Dragons.
  • Kerr is Hull FC's tenth signing for 2027 and the fifth recruit arriving from Australia.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Hull FC have announced the signing of Australian forward Josh Kerr on a two-year contract for the 2027 Super League season. The 30-year-old moves to the Black and Whites following his recent release by NRL side St George Illawarra Dragons. Kerr becomes the club's tenth overall addition for 2027 as they continue an aggressive recruitment drive.

Kerr arrives as Hull FC's fifth signing from Australia ahead of 2027, joining high-profile recruit Daly Cherry-Evans alongside Jordan Swann, Joshua Coric, and Junior Pauga. Having made 135 NRL appearances since his 2019 debut, Kerr played 19 games during the 2026 campaign and recently represented the Australian Prime Minister's XIII.

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