Inside Sport understands that a deal announcing Mbye's move to the Tigers is close to being announced.

Wests have been on the hunt for a new fullback.

It is believed the Bulldogs are keen to let the 24-year-old go to alleviate salary cap pressure.

Mybe, who debuted for Canterbury in 2014, is on a deal reportedly worth $750,000 a season.

The utility, who can play in the halves, at hooker and at fullback, is contracted to Belmore until the end of 2020.

But at the Tigers he will boost their backline options that include Corey Thompson, Tui Lolohea and David Nofoaluma.

Inside Sport understands the Bulldogs will cover $250,000 of Mbye's yearly salary as part of the deal.