Hull FC 2027 squad line-up after Josh Kerr signing, Digi Mart USA News: Hull FC have made Josh Kerr their 10th signing of the off-season as Richie Myler and Steve McNamara continue to make changes to the Black and Whites’ squad. Kerr joins Hull on a two-year deal and adds considerable size and strength to the club’s middle ranks.
He will also provide versatility, as the forward can play at second-row and loose-forward, which could come in handy for McNamara over the course of 80 minutes. James Bell has left the club, however, joining Bradford Bulls ahead of the new season.
The club still have loose ends to tie up, with the futures of Aidan Sezer, Sam Lisone and Cade Cust to be sorted. Hull also probably need at least one player to add depth at centre and back-row.
As things currently stand, here is how Hull could look for round one. The starting spine appears set to be Bailey Hodgson, Will Pryce, Daly Cherry-Evans and Alrix Da Costa next season, with all but Pryce making the switch to the club ahead of the 2027 campaign.
Jordan Swann and Junior Pauga are the clear options to start in the centres, while Harvey Barron and Lewis Martin are the club’s established wing options.
Kerr could step off the bench or start, but starting him in the front-row could give Hull the best opportunity to start games well. His power through the middle will be a threat, and Harvie Hill might suit sitting alongside him as a front-row partner.
The club have options through the middle, but Herman Ese’ese looks set to stay and play a big role next season. Joshua Coric has been brought over from the Queensland Cup and can be expected to feature regularly, with Max Wood, Yusuf Aydin and Matty Laidlaw available when needed.
Joe Batchelor and Ethan O’Neill are the clear back-row starters, while John Asiata is an obvious leader in the group. Isaac Liu could have a big impact, as the former Leigh Leopards player can play front-row or loose-forward, giving McNamara more options.
Possible Hull FC 2027 line-up: Bailey Hodgson; Harvey Barron, Jordan Swann, Junior Pauga, Lewis Martin, Will Pryce, Daly Cherry-Evans; Josh Kerr, Alrix Da Costa, Harvie Hill; Ethan O’Neill, Joe Batchelor; Josh Asiata. Bench: Herman Ese’ese, Joshua Coric, Denive Balmforth, Isaac Liu.
