The South Sydney Rabbitohs have confirmed the signing of Damien Cook for the 2016 and 2017 seasons.

Cook, 24, burst onto the NRL scene at the back end of the 2015 season with some energetic yet controlled performances out of dummy half in the Bulldogs’ charge to the semi-finals.

A Helensburgh junior, Cook made his first grade debut with the Dragons in 2013 before joining the Bulldogs in 2014.

Rabbitohs coach Michael Maguire is pleased to be adding Cook to the Rabbitohs' roster for 2016.

"We've been keeping an eye on Damien for a while now having recognised his talents, particularly out of dummy half," Maguire said.

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