Another experienced NRL outside back is headed to the Super League after Nick Cotric signed a three-year deal with Catalans Dragons starting next season.
Still just 25, Cotric will depart the Raiders at season's end, the conclusion of his second stint in Canberra.
"I can’t wait to put the jersey on and go hard with the boys," Cotric said.
"I’m excited to make new memories and play for a great club and team.
"Allez les Dragons!"
Cotric debuted with the Raiders in 2017, winning the Dally M and RLPA Rookie of the Year gongs.
He'd go on to play four more seasons for the club before joining the Bulldogs in a high-profile but ultimately unsuccessful move which saw him return to the Raiders just one year later as Canterbury looked to take some pressure off their salary cap.
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After 16 tries in his debut season, Cotric hasn't been able to find the same try-scoring form since, although he was rewarded with two caps for the Kangaroos and a State of Origin appearance for the Blues in 2019.
Cotric has made eight appearances so far in 2024, all on the wing, however an ankle injury has sidelined him in the short-term, delaying his potential 150th NRL appearance.
Catalans coach Steve McNamara spoke about Cotric's quality following the announcement of his move.
"Nick is an extremely exciting signing for our club," McNamara said.
"Capable of playing both wing and centre. He is a player who breaks tackles and is blessed with genuine speed.
"For a young man he has huge experience and we look forward to him having a huge impact on our team."
Catalans currently sit sixth in the Super League with a 9-6 record.
Aussies Tariq Sims, Jayden Nikorima and Matt Ikavalu currently ply their trade for southern France-based outfit, while former NRL star Siosiua Taukeiaho is due to finish up there at season's end.
Of the Raiders' current outside back brigade, only Jordan Rapana is unsigned beyond this season, with Matt Timoko, Xavier Savage, Sebastian Kris, Albert Hopoate and Chevy Stewart all locked up for at least 2025, while Savelio Tamale is set to join the club from the St George Illawarra, with James Schiller headed to the Knights.
