Roosters sign James Maloney

The Sydney Roosters have agreed to terms with New Zealand Warriors star playmaker James Maloney.

Maloney will join the club in 2013 on a three-year deal.

A standout performer in 2011, Maloney, 25 years-old and in the peak of his career, is widely regarded as one of the best competitors in the game and the Roosters believe that he will be a valuable asset to the club.

Sydney Roosters recruitment manager Peter O'Sullivan said: