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Bears announce first big signing
Perth Bears secured Toby Sexton and England Test player Harry Newman as inaugural signings to build a competitive roster for their 2027 NRL debut.
- On Tuesday, the Perth Bears confirmed Toby Sexton and Harry Newman as their maiden signings on two-year contracts for the inaugural season, with Sexton the frontrunner halfback.
- Amid roster building, Perth Bears are assembling a competitive squad for the inaugural season, with Mal Meninga declaring Toby Sexton and Harry Newman, who played seven Tests for England, as key first signings.
- Newman arrives with Test and Super League experience, and Sexton will spend one season at Catalans before joining Perth, with Meninga saying both have "all the attributes and qualities I'm looking for when building out our roster."
- The club has missed out on Gold Coast players Jayden Campbell and Beau Fermor but remains active pursuing marquee talent like Tino Fa'asuamaleaui, Keaon Koloamatangi, and Tyran Wishart.
- Both players are expected to make an immediate impact in the NRL for the inaugural season as Perth Bears aim to compete from their entry, giving the club instant credibility.
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