Hull FC have confirmed the signing of powerful NRL forward Tevita Satae, who joins the club with immediate effect, subject to international clearance.

The New Zealand Warriors forward has joined the club on a deal that will see him remain at the Black & Whites until at least the end of the 2021 campaign, with an option to extend the deal further.

At 26-years old, the line-breaking front rower becomes the latest NRL recruit to join up with the Airlie Birds ahead of the 2020 Betfred Super League season, with fellow Tongans Mahe Fonua and Manu Ma’u also on their way to the club next season, as well as Super League recruits Josh Jones and Adam Swift.

A barnstorming metre-maker, Satae was under contract at the Warriors for another two years, but Hull FC have worked hard in recent months to secure a deal for his services.

A number of rival clubs also swooped upon hearing of Hull’s interest, but Satae has opted to sign for the Black & Whites after buying into their ambitious plans for the future.

Speaking to hullfc.com, Satae said: “I’m pretty stoked to be joining the club. I’m joining at the time where the club is going really well and I’m delighted to be joining a great group of blokes.

“After speaking to the club and the coach, it is clear I share their ambition. I’m here to win trophies, that is ultimately my aim. I know they have a few trophies under their belt in recent years and I want to be a part of a side that is getting to finals.

“This is a real chance to challenge myself. I don’t feel I have been given that opportunity yet so I’m determined to push on to the next level with Hull FC - I’m here to put my best foot forward and give everything for this great club.”