NRL: Issac Luke signs with St George Illawarra Dragons

Issac Luke.
Issac Luke. Photo credit: Image: Photosport

St George Illawarra has confirmed the signing of Kiwis hooker Issac Luke on a one-year-deal. 

The 32-year-old will join the Dragons, after spending the past four seasons at the NZ Warriors.

He will provide dummy-half back-up for Cameron McInnes, whom he played with at the Rabbitohs in 2014 and 2015. 

"Everyone is already aware of Issac's career in regard to his longevity," said Dragons director of pathways and list management Ian Millward. "Issac has walked the path of the NRL over a long period of time now and will be great for our squad. 

"To have a really established back-up player of his calibre is exciting. Our coaching staff were keen to have him on our roster, with plans in mind regarding how they'd like to play him, which have already been discussed with Issac, as well as Cameron.

On Sunday, Luke tweeted that he was bound for the Saints.

"St George Dragons. On way," he wrote.

Luke's arrival at the Dragons will cover the loss of Reece Robson, who is moving to North Queensland.

Luke has played 43 tests for the Kiwis, including the 2008 World Cup final win over Australia.