Allan Ferrie is set to join Newcastle Red Bulls this summer after agreeing a two-year contract with the club. The back row will make the move from Coventry ahead of the new season.
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The 26-year-old, who qualifies for England, has impressed in the Champ this term, scoring seven tries across 15 appearances.
Ferrie began his rugby journey with hometown side Newton Stewart before progressing to Melrose, later featuring in the Super 6 competition for Southern Knights.
His form continued to rise during a spell in Australia with Sydney’s Southern Districts, where he finished as runner-up in the Shute Shield Player of the Year voting. That momentum has carried into a strong debut campaign at Coventry.
Sporting general manager Neil McIlroy said: “Allan hasn’t followed the traditional route into professional rugby but he has worked incredibly hard, and has an X-factor about him.
“He was getting great reviews from his time in Australia and we have been closely monitoring his progress at Coventry, so he fully deserves this opportunity.”
Ferrie said: “I’m absolutely buzzing to come up to Newcastle and can’t wait to get started in the summer.
“I’ve had a great experience with Coventry this year, and I’m determined to finish the season strongly with them before throwing everything into what I know is a massive opportunity.”
Coming from a farming background, Ferrie reflected on his journey into the professional game and his connections to the club.
“I’m from a place called Newton Stewart but moved over to Melrose for rugby, and during my time with Southern Knights I played in the Doddie Weir Cup game against Newcastle at Kingston Park.
“I’m actually good mates with Doddie’s sons, which is another link to the club, and then from Southern Knights I moved down to Sydney before getting the chance to go full-time with Coventry this season.
“That has been a big step for me but I’ve loved the experience, and I’m just determined to keep improving on the back of this move.
“I play mainly back row but I can go into the second row if that’s where I’m needed, and I’d say ball-carrying would be my main strength. But I just want to learn from all the players and coaches at Newcastle when I arrive in the summer, and really make the most of this opportunity.”
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