Castleford sign Parramatta Eels back Asi

Daejarn Asi made 42 NRL appearances after his debut for North Queensland Cowboys in 2020

Super League side Castleford Tigers have signed Parramatta Eels utility back Daejarn Asi.

The 24-year-old follows in the footsteps of former team-mate Zac Cini in swapping Sydney for the West Yorkshire club during the close season.

"Daejarn is a very exciting young player who has plenty of NRL experience already," director of rugby operations Danny Wilson told the club website.

Asi, who plays as a centre, stand-off or half-back, made his Samoa debut in 2023 and arrives on a two-year deal.

He has previously spent time at North Queensland Cowboys and New Zealand Warriors before moving to the Eels last year.