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The St\u202fGeorge 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\u2019s revamped spine.<\/p>\n

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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\u2019 dummy-half depth ahead of the 2025 season.<\/p>\n

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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 .<\/p>\n

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* **Clint Gutherson** (fullback\/co\u2011captain) joins on a three-year deal\u2014adding leadership and versatility.<\/p>\n

* **Damien Cook** returns on a two-year deal\u2014reuniting with his first NRL club.<\/p>\n

* **Luciano Leilua** backs these signings with a three-year contract, enhancing the forward pack.<\/p>\n

* **Emre Guler** arrives on a two-year deal as injury cover and middle\u2011forward depth.<\/p>\n

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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\u2019s returns, hoping their presence sparks high-performance consistency\u2014particularly in attack and control through the ruck.<\/p>\n

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Let me know if you’d like insight into how these players fit into the Dragons\u2019 game plan or how the rest of the squad is shaping up!<\/p>\n

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