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Blues sign up former Under 20s prop on three-year deal

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Blues sign up former Under 20s prop on three-year deal

Josh Fusitu’a has signed a three-year contract with the Blues. He came through Auckland Grammar and the Auckland Academy and development programme. The 1.83m, 118kg loosehead prop was selected for the New Zealand Under 20s in 2021. His older brother David played rugby league for New Zealander and Tonga. He also played for Warriors and Leeds Rhinos. Head coach Leon MacDonald said Fussitu'a will complement the experienced group of front rowers already at the club.

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