LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Newcastle Knights forward and English international second-rower Kai Pearce-Paul has officially signed a three-year deal with the Wests Tigers, set to commence in 2026\.
Reports from zerotackle.com indicate that Pearce-Paul was not expected to be re-signed by the Knights, who are in the midst of restructuring their roster to address a bloated salary cap\.
The departure of Daniel Saifiti and several anticipated exits, including both Pearce-Paul and Jackson Hastings, will enable the Knights to better navigate the open market\.
Pearce-Paul expressed enthusiasm about joining the Tigers, stating, "I am excited to join the Wests Tigers in 2026\.
It is a fantastic opportunity, and I cannot wait." He will play for the joint-venture club through 2028.