The 26-year-old hooker, who plays for Samoa and New Zealand, has committed to a two-year contract with Huddersfield.
In addition to his 112 NRL games, he offers expertise from four Kiwi appearances and one for Samoa, whom he aims to represent in the World Cup next year.
Levi made nine appearances for Brisbane this year after 20 games for Manly Sea Eagles in 2020 and 83 for Newcastle Knights between 2015 and 2019.
Giants coach Ian Watson reckons new boy Levi will add a lot to his squad.
“Danny is electric in and around the ruck, he’s really quick and he’s got great skill,” he explained.
“His distribution is first class and he brings people onto the ball to generate quicker ruck speed. His running game will make us dangerous in and around the spine.
Levi says that backing helped persuade him to make the move with his wife and daughter.
“I got the opportunity to come over here and Ian Watson saw a lot in me, so that’s given me a lot of confidence,” he said.
“I just want to be a success here. I’ve got a lot of experience in the NRL so hopefully I’ll try and bring that over, share it and do well.
“It’s been really good since I arrived. Everyone has been welcoming.
It’s a massive change. I’ve gone from 25 degrees and above to being happy when it’s six. I suppose it’s something different.
“The whole family are doing well. The missus has joined a netball team and she’s enjoying it, so that’s pretty good.
“We just need to find my little girl some friends, because she’s running rampant at home.
Levi claims that encouragement convinced him to move forward with his wife and daughter.
“Ian Watson saw a lot in me when I had the chance to come over here, so that’s given me a lot of confidence,” he remarked.
“All I want is to succeed here. I’m hoping to try and bring my wealth of NRL experience over, share it, and perform well.
Since I’ve been here, everything has been great. Everyone has been hospitable.
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