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 to sign the forward to their ranks.

He becomes the club’s tenth signing for 2027, five of whom have arrived from down under with the standout name being Daly Cherry-Evans. Also arriving from Australia are NRL reserve-grade trio Jordan Swann, Joshua Coric and Junior Pauga, with Kerr the fifth to arrive from down under.

After debuting for the Dragons in 2019, Kerr went on to make 135 NRL appearances, the bulk of which came at St George across two different spells – with 19 appearances coming in the 2026 season.

Kerr was also recognised at the international level in early October, featuring for the Australian Prime Minister’s XIII in a squad that featured stars such as Ezra Mam, Lachlan Galvin and his St George teammate Hamish Stewart.

Unlike Stewart, Kerr has left the Dragons and Hull FC have now confirmed his signing via social media.

Hull FC sign Josh Kerr for 2027

A club statement confirmed the arrival of Kerr, reading: “Hull FC are delighted to announce the signing of NRL forward Josh Kerr for the 2027 Super League season.

“The Australian joins the club from St George Illawarra Dragons, signing a two-year contract with the Black & Whites.”

Speaking on his move, Kerr said: “I’m really excited to be joining Hull FC. It’s a proud club with a great history, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of it.

“I’m looking forward to meeting the boys, getting stuck into training and meeting the Hull fans. For me and my family, it’s also a chance to experience a different culture and make some great memories together. We can’t wait to get over there and get started.”

In signing for the Black and Whites, Kerr becomes the latest in astring of St George players to make the move to Super League following Emre Guler (Wakefield Trinity), Damien Cook, Mat Feagai and Tyrell Sloan (all Castleford Tigers), Luciano Leilua and Hame Sele (both Catalans Dragons), Blake Lawrie (York Knights), and Christian Tuipulotu (St Helens).

Hull FC are delighted to announce the signing of NRL forward Josh Kerr for the 2027 Super League season ✍️

The Australian joins the club from St George Illawarra Dragons, signing a two-year contract with the Black & Whites ✅

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— Hull FC (@hullfcofficial) November 7, 2026

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