One eye on the future: The NRL clubs already looking towards 2022 A Set the default text size A Set large text size
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In Part 2 of my season preview series, we’ll look at the NRL clubs that have already written off the upcoming season and are instead focusing their attention on 2022.
St George Illawarra Dragons
Key additions: Poasa Faamausili (Roosters), Jack Bird (Broncos), Daniel Alvaro (Eels), Andrew McCullough (Broncos)
Key subtractions: Tyson Frizell (Knights), Euan Aitken (Warriors), James Graham (St Helens), Jacob Host (Rabbitohs), Korbin Sims (Hull KR), Jason Saab (Sea Eagles)
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.