Hull FC have added three new faces to their forward pack for next season by today confirming the signings of Joe Batchelor & James Bell from St Helens, as well as Harvie Hill from Wigan Warriors. Batchelor & Bell have both signed three-year deals, whereas Harvey Hill has penned a four-year contract with the Black and Whites.

Joe Batchelor, 30, was a part of the dominant St Helens side which won four Super League titles in a row between 2019 and 2022, as well as playing in the 2023 World Club Challenge victory over Penrith Panthers. Meanwhile, Bell, 31, has played for the Saints since 2022, winning a Super League title and a World Club Challenge with the club.

Young prop Harvie Hill, 22, arrives following breaking through the youth system at Wigan Warriors, and was a part of the famous quadruple-winning team of 2024. His signing to a long-term contract can be seen as a statement of intent for Hull FC as they look to continue the rebuild they have been working on throughout 2025.

Hull FC bring their 2025 season to a close with the visit of the Catalans Dragons tomorrow. A win would see them jump into the top six, but they will require Wakefield to lose on Friday evening to cement a place in the playoffs.

Written by Nathan Major (site editor & Hull KR fan)