The Storm have confirmed the signing of Josiah Pahulu from the Titans.
In a move to bolster the squad's forward stocks, the prop has inked a two-year deal with Melbourne.
The 21-year-old will join Craig Bellamy's side immediately and will start training with the team this week.
Pahulu made his NRL debut with the Gold Coast in 2024 and has made 22 first-grade appearances to date.
MORE: Eels set to extend premiership winner
However, the Titans' 2024 Rookie of the Year has featured in just three matches this campaign due to concussion-related issues.
Tensions also arose last season when the club rested Pahulu for the final game of the year to avoid coughing up a reported bonus payment.
He has now been granted an early exit.
"The Titans can confirm Josiah Pahulu has been granted an early release," the club's statement read.
"The club and Pahulu have been in discussions for some time but were unable to reach an agreement.
"In the best interests of both parties, Pahulu has been granted a release effective immediately."
MORE: Where will Galvin fit at the Bulldogs?
Pahulu joins notable props including Josh King, Stefano Utoikamanu and Nelson Asofa-Solomona in Melbourne.
Storm general manager of football, Frank Ponissi, believes the New Zealand-born talent will be a "valuable addition" to the Victorian club.
"Josiah is a talented young footballer and an impressive individual," Ponissi said.
"He’s a dynamic young forward who has already shown impressive potential early in his NRL career.
"We’re confident he’ll make a strong impact and be a valuable addition to the talented group of emerging middle forwards in our squad and coming through our pathways program.
"We’re excited to see what Josiah can achieve in Melbourne and delighted to welcome him to the club."