He is expected to sign a two-year contract with the Bears, becoming a crucial figure within Mal Meninga\u2019s squad with title and Test experience.<\/p>\n
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Watch the 2026 NRL Pre-season series LIVE and ad-break free during play on FOX LEAGUE, available on Kayo Sports | New to Kayo? Join now and get your first month for just $1.<\/a><\/p>\n The 32-year-old will also join Panthers teammate Liam Henry is making the move west, having spent six years at the foot of the mountain by the time he departs the club.<\/p>\n The veteran enforcer played a pivotal role in Penrith\u2019s quartet of premierships, having joined the club when it begun in 2021.<\/p>\n Sorensen is expected to take up one starting edge spot for the Bears, alongside Super League recruit James McDonnell as it stands.<\/p>\n He also already has links to the club\u2019s coaching staff, having played under Bears assistant Ben Gardiner during the pair\u2019s time in Penrith.<\/p>\n Adding to the appeal, Sorensen\u2019s wife is also from Western Australia.<\/p>\n Tigers back rower Mav Geyer has also been linked with a move to the Perth club in recent days.<\/p>\n KNIGHTS ENFORCER ON THE MOVE<\/p>\n A Newcastle Knights forward has reportedly been given permission to depart the club as he enters the final months of his current deal with the club.<\/p>\n Able to play a variety of positions in the forward pack, The Newcastle Herald<\/a>reports that Brodie Jones has been told that he can leave the Hunter-based club effective immediately, if he is able to secure a new contract elsewhere on a long-term deal.<\/p>\n One of six players who are off-contract at the end of the season along with veterans Dane Gagai and Tyson Frizell, foxsports.com.au understands that the Dolphins, Gold Coast Titans and Canterbury Bulldogs have all shown interest in his services in the past.<\/p>\n Debuting in 2020, the 27-year-old has featured in 87 appearances for the Knights but will not play in Las Vegas as he continues to heal his foot injury.<\/p>\n The news comes after the Knights recently extended Thomas Cant on a long-term deal until the end of 2028.<\/p>\n Versatile in a number of different roles, the East Maitland Griffins junior has featured in 22 matches for the club over the past three seasons and will be looking to add to his game tally this season under new coach Justin Holbrook.<\/p>\n Brodie Jones has nearly 90 matches to his name.Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n FAVOURITE EMERGES FOR DOLPHINS GUN<\/p>\n The Dragons have been revealed as one of a handful of clubs in a race for Dolphins flyer Jake Averillo\u2019s signature, heats up.<\/p>\n According to Code Sports<\/a>, Averillo sat down with Red V officials last week as Shane Flanagan continues to attempt to bolster his squad.<\/p>\n The Dragons have already landed marquee man Keaon Koloamatangi from the Rabbitohs ahead of the 2027 season, while Sharks recruit Daniel Atkinson will gear up in his new colours in Las Vegas.<\/p>\n However, the Red V reportedly have competition from rival Sydney clubs, with Averillo also previously being linked with a switch to the Super League.<\/p>\n As it stands, the Dragons are favourites to land the versatile flyer, but the Dolphins also have a desire to keep him under Kristian Woolf.<\/p>\n The utility back is in hot demand.Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n Averillo wants to remain in the NRL, pouring cold water on his rumoured Super League switch, saying: \u201cThat was definitely news to me \u2013 moving to England \u2013 the first time I heard about that.<\/p>\n \u201cWe\u2019re in the process (of talking to the Dolphins) at the moment. I\u2019ve missed a lot of training so I\u2019m focused on that and leaving it to my management.<\/p>\n \u201cMy manager said we started (extension talks) so we\u2019ll see how it goes.\u201d<\/p>\n Averillo can play in the centres, on the wing, at fullback or in the halves.<\/p>\n Get all the latest news, highlights and analysis delivered straight to your inbox with Fox Sports NRL Sportmail. Sign up now!!! <\/a><\/p>\n NRL Wrap: Hope for Titans after big win | 02:37<\/p>\n MORE NRL NEWS<\/p>\n \u2018DOES WEAR THIN\u2019: Madge is a \u2018gun for hire\u2019 winner. But must he \u2018change\u2019 to stay<\/a><\/p>\n PREDICTED ORIGIN TEAMS: Forgotten Blues enforcer, revived Maroons ace <\/a><\/p>\n