The St George Illawarra Dragons have officially **re-signed former Parramatta captain Clint Gutherson** on a three-year deal, marking a major leadership coup for the club . Gutherson, 30, brings invaluable experience and versatility, with his arrival reinforcing coach Shane Flanagan’s revamped spine.
Not stopping there, veteran hooker **Damien Cook is also set to return**, agreeing to a two-year contract that brings him back to the club where he debuted in 2013 . This timely signing reunites Cook with familiar coaching staff and boosts the Dragons’ dummy-half depth ahead of the 2025 season.
These moves come amidst a broader recruitment drive: the club has welcomed big names like **Luciano Leilua** on a three-year deal from the Cowboys , and bolstered their pack with prop **Emre Guler** from Canberra on a two-year contract .
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* **Clint Gutherson** (fullback/co‑captain) joins on a three-year deal—adding leadership and versatility.
* **Damien Cook** returns on a two-year deal—reuniting with his first NRL club.
* **Luciano Leilua** backs these signings with a three-year contract, enhancing the forward pack.
* **Emre Guler** arrives on a two-year deal as injury cover and middle‑forward depth.
Under coach **Shane Flanagan**, these signings form the nucleus of a rejuvenated spine and pack, aiming for strong form in 2025. Fans are buzzing over Cook and Gutherson’s returns, hoping their presence sparks high-performance consistency—particularly in attack and control through the ruck.
Let me know if you’d like insight into how these players fit into the Dragons’ game plan or how the rest of the squad is shaping up!
