Kouparitsas played 23 times this term on the way to the NRL Grand Final

Sydney Roosters forward Nick Kouparitsas has agreed to join Harlequins on a one-year contract.

The 26-year-old, who played most of last season at hooker, joined Canterbury Bulldogs in 2006 before switching to the Roosters in 2009.

The Greece international said: "This is a superb opportunity for me to play Super League while I am still young.

"I'm delighted to have signed with Harlequins and I am confident of rediscovering my best form there."

Harlequins acting head coach Rob Powell stated: "This is an exciting signing for the club. Nick has played 23 games for a team who Brian Smith coached to the Grand Final this year.

"Nick is a very versatile ball-playing forward, giving him a niche in the game. He spent most of this year at hooker, however, in the past he has played back row and loose forward."

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