Newcastle have reportedly signed a New Zealand schoolboy rugby union star on the back of just three games in rugby league.
Ofa Manuofetoa was spotted by Knights scouts while making his debut in the 13-man game at an under-17 tournament in Rotorua this year, according to stuff.co.nz.
The 17-year-old stands at 193cm and 104kg, but played fullback for his Canterbury-based Timaru Boys' High School rugby first XV.
"I've been studying a booklet with the basics (of rugby league) which I am trying to get my head around," Manuofetoa told stuff.co.nz.
"It's pretty exciting but I have a lot to learn.
"I expect it will be tough but I will give it my best shot."
He is expected to play with the Knights under-18s before graduating to the Holden Cup for under-20s.
