Newcastle have announced the re-signing of Connor Watson for the 2021 season, per newcastleknights.com.au.

The 24-year-old played just five games in 2020, scoring one try, and will feature in his sixth season of NRL next year.

After confirming the new contract, Watson said there isn't a club he'd rather be with.

โ€œIt was an easy decision to re-sign,โ€ he said.

โ€œI feel like thereโ€™s nowhere else Iโ€™d rather be. We are building something special here and Iโ€™m looking forward to being part of that.โ€

Watson battled injuries this season, with the club rewarding his perseverance.

โ€œGetting injured and not having a deal locked up for next year was pretty scary but Iโ€™m grateful the Club are putting their faith in me and have re-signed me,โ€ Watson said.

โ€œI want to thank the supporters and Club for making the last three years so enjoyable and Iโ€™m excited to continue building and hopefully bring a premiership to Newcastle.โ€