Hooker Matt McIlwrick is set to play first grade for his fifth NRL club after joining the Eels.
Parramatta have confirmed the signing of hooker Matt McIlwrick on a one-year NRL deal beginning this week.
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The Eels were in need of depth at dummy-half after granting Kaysa Pritchard indefinite leave to deal with long-term injury issues.
"It's a good opportunity. I've heard great things about club. Hopefully I can take it with both hands," said McIlwrick, who has previously played for the Raiders, Roosters, Sharks and Wests Tigers.
Australian Associated Press