NEW Saints recruit Lewis Murphy has spoken of his excitement after agreeing to become the club’s third signing for 2025.

The 22-year-old former Wakefield Trinity flier joins from NRL outfit Sydney Roosters, where his chances have been limited following his recovery from an ACL injury.

Murphy will add even more sparkle to the backline following the recruitment of Tristan Sailor and Kyle Feldt for next season.

Murphy said: “I am so excited to be coming to join St Helens, but I am excited to showcase all I’ve learned and how I’ve developed as a player by being over here for here [Australia] too.

“I’m really keen to get playing some good rugby with Saints, can’t wait!

“When I first spoke to Wello (Wellens) and Mike Rush they were really welcoming and nice, and I can’t wait to meet up in person.

“As soon as I spoke to Wello he told me straight that at this club, we compete for silverware every year and we need to be up for every single trophy, and I’m ready for that – it’s what I want to do.”

It has been a year of progression and growth for the 22-year-old, who returns to England ready to take grab his opportunity.

“I’ve loved my time in Australia, and I had to take the shot, I might have never got that opportunity again and I’ve learned so much.

“I think I’ll benefit from coming over and just growing as a person, being away from home, away from family.

“I think I’ve grown as an athlete and a rugby player too being in a different environment.

“I’m coming to make my own spot, hopefully, I can earn and keep that wing spot and have some good years there with the team.”

Murphy recalled the last time he played at the Totally Wicked Stadium – crossing four times as a youthful Saints were put to the sword.

Murphy said: “I remember the ball coming to me a lot and getting four tries at the end of it.

"The Saints fans were actually really nice that day, clapping for me even though it was against them.

"The atmosphere is always good and now I’m going to be on the right side of it.”