Whether they be a young prospect or a hardened veteran, it s always exciting when a player joins a new club.
An astute signing or two can often drastically change a club s fortunes, making the recruitment manager s job crucial.
There s been a flurry of movement over the summer, and as season 2021 draws nearer, NRL.com has named each team s key recruit.
Some will quickly become cornerstones in their fresh surroundings, while others may bide their time before showing their worth.
Brisbane Broncos
John Asiata
After the departures of prop Joe Ofahengaue and edge forward David Fifita, John Asiata s signing has helped bolster Brisbane s pack. Likely to push for a bench spot at first, the ex-Cowboy s ball-playing abilities will provide an extra element to their attack. He could work in tandem with Tevita Pangai jnr, a similarly skilful big man.
Big name arrivals have hogged the headlines for Gold Coast in the NRL pre-season but Jarrod Wallace is excited to see what Moeaki Fotuaika can deliver in 2021.
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The game, to be played at Lismore s Oakes Oval, will be the final hit-out for the Gold Coast side before they again come up against the Warriors in round one of the 2021 NRL season.
The main game will commence at 5.30pm with matches leading up to the main game including under 16 and 18 representative games between Northern Rivers Titans and Central Coast Roosters and a Titans physical disability team exhibition match.
“There will be a full day of football at Oakes Oval and whether you’re a footy fan or experiencing rugby league for the first time, this will be a great spectacle,” Gold Coast Titans CEO Steve Mitchell said.
Arguably the most exciting team in the league heading into the new season, Gold Coast have pulled off some coups in the transfer market.
They now have a star-studded pack to complement some very talented playmakers in the backline. Is it time to load up on Titans in your Fantasy team?
Players to watch
AJ Brimson
Brimson was a revelation when he returned from injury midway through last season, racking up 51 Fantasy points a game at fullback – a 20-point increase on the previous year when he spent some time in the halves or coming off the bench. He was sensational in attack, with seven tries and a stunning 13 line breaks in just nine matches.