Kear interested in Newton

Wildcats close in on Former Great Britain star

By Adam Scott   Last updated: 10th July 2009   Subscribe to RSS Feed

Kear interested in Newton

Newton: Out of contract

I have thoroughly enjoyed my four years at the Bulls. It's a great club to play for, and I'd like to thank everyone at the club for their help and support during my time here

Terry Newton
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Wakefield are close to signing Bradford's former Great Britain hooker Terry Newton.

It was confirmed on Thursday by the Bulls that the 30-year-old former Leeds and Wigan player will be leaving the club at the end of the season.

Newton, who made 92 appearances over four seasons for the West Yorkshire outfit has failed to agree a new deal with the club after only being offered a 12-month deal and will become out of contract in November.

Newton has been strongly linked with a move to the Wildcats and has now been given permission to talk to the club, with coach John Kear admitting he would be keen on acquiring the former Great Britain star.

"Bradford made Terry an offer, and obviously the length of the contract on offer was an issue with him," said Kear.

"We'd love to secure his services and with any luck we will do. He's obviously a gifted player and a sensational international."

His possible arrival could spell the end for Wildcats hooker Brad Drew, who has found himself linked with a move to Super League neighbours Castleford.