Wednesday 1 June 2016 20:01, UK
Super League leaders Hull have signed Salford centre Josh Griffin on a three-year contract from next season.
Griffin, who is renowned for his goal-kicking abilities, has been a regular for the Red Devils since signing from Championship club Batley in 2014.
The 26-year-old, who has previously enjoyed spells at Super League clubs Wakefield, Huddersfield and Castleford, says he rejected interest from Australia in order to join Lee Radford's table-toppers.
"They are a club that match my ambition," the centre said in a statement released on Wednesday.
"I want to play in big games in front of big crowds and hopefully push for an international spot, and I believe Hull is the best club to help me do that.
"With the players they have got, it is no fluke that they are top of the table and I'm looking forward to getting stuck in. They tore us to pieces in round one this year and have been massively impressive.
"I had a few clubs who offered me deals and interest in Australia so it was a decision I didn't take lightly, but as soon as Hull came in for me I had my mind set."
Radford welcomed Griffin to the KC Stadium and believes the signing reflects the ambitions of the club moving forward.
"Josh will be a great addition to our squad," he said.
"He's a player we have had to put a lot of focus on when coming up against Salford over the last couple of seasons because of his physical presence both in defence and attack and his ability with the ball in hand.
"He has a great skill set and has punished us on a couple of occasions with his goal kicking.
"He's joining us at a good age and hopefully in the upcoming seasons he can continue to develop as an individual and push for international recognition, as well as helping us to continue in our goal of making this team a real threat in Super League."
