Director of rugby Richie Myler and incoming head coach John Cartwright have held talks with the unnamed players, who are regulars in the competition Down Under. Hull have already confirmed the signings of John Asiata, Jordan Abdull and Amir Bourouh, while Leigh Leopards trio Ed Chamberlain, Zak Hardaker and Oliver Holmes are also on their way to the MKM Stadium.
Tex Hoy also left Hull early before finding a new home at Castleford Tigers. 'We've had to look at recruitment very, very seriously,' added Pearson. 'We've invested a significant amount in new software, a database that allows us to track every player in the world on a far more detailed basis. 'Richie has been key in bringing in that system, which is used by two or three Super League clubs.