THE ST GEORGE Illawarra Dragons have signed NRL journeyman George Rose on a one-year deal for season 2015.

The 31-year-old prop arrives at the Dragons having played 142 games with the Roosters, Manly and the Storm.

The popular figure was named Manly’s ‘Player of the Year’ in 2009 and in a statement the Dragons coach Paul McGregor says Rose will bring invaluable experience into his side.

media_camera George Rose in action for the Storm.

“George has been playing NRL for nearly a decade and will provide valuable experience and depth to our forward-pack,” he said.

The Dragons also announced the signing of 24-year-old prop Rulon Nutira on a one-year deal.

Rulon, played for the Gundagai Tigers within the NSW Group Nine competition and was selected in the division’s ‘Team of the Year’.

“Rulon boasts a large frame which will compliment that area of the squad and has a real desire to make the most of the opportunity provided to him by the Club,” said McGregor.

Originally published as Dragons sign Rose on a one-year deal