Davy Litten's first words after deciding to leave Hull FC for Wakefield Trinity in big-money move

The centre was under contract at the MKM Stadium until the end of 2028 but Trinity say they have paid a "substantial transfer fee" to secure his services.

Litten has signed a four-year deal after deciding to call time on his spell with his boyhood club.

The Hull-born academy graduate has made 68 appearances for the Black and Whites since his debut in 2022, scoring 13 tries in 19 games this year.

Wakefield's ambition convinced Litten to make the move to West Yorkshire.

"I'm grateful to be signing for such a great club," he said.

"The opportunity is something which really excites me. As a player, you can see where the club is going on and off the field and it really impresses me.

"I can't wait for the next four years."

Litten will link up with fellow new faces Cameron Smith, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Emre Guler and Mason Teague in Daryl Powell's ever-improving squad next year.

With Oliver Pratt, Corey Hall and Jayden Myers already at the club, Powell believes the future is bright for Wakefield.

"I am delighted we have been able to sign Davy Litten from next season," said the Trinity boss. "He will become part of one of the youngest and most exciting backlines in the competition.

"He is young and driven. I love his physicality and will to win. We feel he will become one of the premier backline players over the coming years."

Wakefield had a bid rejected for St Helens starlet Harry Robertson before turning their attention to Litten.

Director of rugby Ste Mills expects the 23-year-old to add star quality to Powell's side.

"Davy is a fantastic signing for Wakefield Trinity and one that fits exactly what we're looking to do with our recruitment," he said.

"As soon as he became available, we knew we wanted to move quickly and get him to Trinity. He’s got a big, athletic frame and brings a real X-factor to our backline, which is something we’re really excited about for next season and beyond.

"Add him to RTS (Tuivasa-Sheck) and the exciting young talent we already have at the club and there's a real energy around what we're building here.

"We're delighted to get Davy through the door and into the Trinity family. We can't wait to see what he can bring to the team."