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Dave Taylor (right) started his career at Brisbane Broncos

Catalans Dragons have signed Gold Coast Titans forward Dave Taylor on a two-year deal.

Australian international Taylor, 26, will join the Super League side for the 2016 season.

He told the club website: external-link "I'm really excited about this next phase of my playing career and can't wait to join the Catalans Dragons."

Meanwhile, hooker Ian Henderson will leave the club at the end of the season to join NRL side Sydney Roosters.

Henderson has made 122 appearances for the Dragons since joining them from New Zealand Warriors in 2011.

"I am sad to say that after five years here I will be heading home at the end of the season," the 32-year-old said.

"At the end of the day, the timing is right for me and my family to return home and I look forward to the opportunity to play in NRL again.