Tuesday 9 September 2014 16:09, UK
Bradford have signed Australian front rower Karl Davies on a two-year contract.
The 22-year-old, who is known as “The Lumberjack”, spent this season with Queensland Super Cup team Mackay Cutters.
"I believe I can bring a lot to Bradford and am very excited about coming over to ply my trade with the Bulls," said the 6ft 3in, 17st forward. "I am an explosive and aggressive type of player, with a strong work ethic.
Next season will act as a fresh start for the club and I am looking forward to getting my teeth into the Championship before, hopefully, playing in Super League the year after.
"Next season will act as a fresh start for the club and I am looking forward to getting my teeth into the Championship before, hopefully, playing in Super League the year after.
"The squad being put together looks very strong, there are some fantastic names on board and we are going to take some stopping."
Davies is due to arrive in the UK early next month, well in time for the start of pre-season training, and Bradford coach James Lowes is expecting his eighth new signing to become a fans' favourite.
"He is an explosive prop and he is someone I know will excite our supporters," Lowes said.
"You need good, solid front-rowers in any leading side and Australia seems to deliver them. They know the job and do it well.
"He is a young and very talented individual and I like what I have seen of him.
"He is eager to get across and get started and I believe he has the potential to be a good player for us."
