The nib Newcastle Knights have agreed to grant Mitchell Pearce a release to join English Super League Club, Catalans Dragons.
Pearce requested a release from the final year of his current contract in late October, with both parties working through the process, making it effective immediately.
The Knights would like to thank Mitchell for his significant contribution since joining the club in 2017, celebrating many highlights including 300 NRL games and back-to-back finals series.
The Club wishes Mitchell all the very best for his future.