Wigan Warriors have signed England worldwide prop Luke Thompson from Nationwide Rugby League facet Canterbury Bulldogs on a four-year deal.
The 28-year-old, who gained the 2019 Tremendous League Grand Remaining with Wigan’s rivals St Helens, performed 42 NRL video games for the Bulldogs however was hampered by damage.
He missed a lot of 2023 with a Lisfranc difficulty together with his foot, having been a part of England’s World Cup marketing campaign.
“I am unable to wait to be again enjoying within the Tremendous League,” Thompson mentioned.
“It is a actually thrilling time to be becoming a member of Wigan. They’re enjoying nice rugby and I am trying ahead to being part of it.”
Along with his NRL stint, the place he was extremely rated for his efforts at Belmore, the previous Saint – who performed 165 home video games within the northern hemisphere – additionally performed for Nice Britain on the 2019 Tour underneath Wayne Bennett.
Warriors head coach Matt Peet mentioned: “Luke is an impressive acquisition for the membership. He’s a top quality front-rower and brings a wealth of expertise.
“We stay up for welcoming him and his household to the membership.”