Wests Tigers sign promising forward Ryan Matterson from Sydney Roosters

PROMISING utility Ryan Matterson will head to Wests Tigers in 2019 after he was prised away from the Sydney Roosters on a three-year deal.

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - JULY 15: Ryan Matterson of the Roosters runs the ball during the round 18 NRL match between the Gold Coast Titans and the Sydney Roosters at Cbus Super Stadium on July 15, 2018 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

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THE Tigers have signed Roosters big man Ryan Matterson on a three-year deal from 2019.

Matterson has established himself as a forward of some talent for the Tricolours but will head to the Tigers with the view of scoring a permanent first grade spot.

Equally capable on the edge or in the middle, Matterson will aim to score a starting spot in the pack at Concord.

Matterson will link up with the Tigers next season. Photo by Jason McCawley/Getty Images.

“Ryan is a talented young man and we’re very pleased to have him join the club next season,” said Tigers coach Ivan Cleary.

Our newest signing for 2019...

Welcome, Ryan Matterson! 🙌

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— Wests Tigers (@WestsTigers) September 11, 2018

“He has developed in to a quality forward since his debut and we’re looking forward to seeing him grow further at Wests Tigers over the next three years.”

Matterson has played 57 NRL matches since he made his top grade debut against the Dragons in 2014.

He’ll play a part in the Roosters premiership charge before departing the club.

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