New Super League signing cleared for move following scandal

New Super League signing Tyrone May has been cleared to sign for the Catalans Dragons.

The Daily Telegraph has revealed that May’s 300 hours of a community service order given for his role in a sex-tape scandal has now been completed which has paved the way for the Penrith Panthers misfit to join Super League.

Upon signing, May said: “First of all, I’m very grateful for this opportunity. I can’t thank the coach Steve McNamara, Alex Chan and the president Bernard Guasch enough for allowing me to come to such a great club with an amazing fan base.

“I’m eager to meet my new teammates and gain their respect by working hard to go one better this year.”

The 25-year-old made his NRL debut with the Panthers in 2017 and scored five tries in nine NRL games in his first professional season.

A 2021 NRL winner, he made 56 appearances in 4 seasons at Penrith, scoring 10 tries.

A versatile player, who can play halfback, centre or back rower, May has represented Samoa on one occasion in 2018.

Catalans Dragons headcoach Steve McNamara said: “Tyrone will add great quality, depth and competition for places within our team. He arrives as a current Grand Final winner and his versatility and ability to play many positions to a high standard will be a huge asset for us.”