Hawthorn have re-signed veteran forward Paul Puopolo, with the goalsneak signing on for another season.

The three-time premiership player played at least 20 games in each of his first six seasons, while also featuring over 15 times in the last two.

The 30-year-old is still one of the game's best pressure forwards, and Hawthorn's GM of Football Graham Wright is pleased to see 'Poppy' play on for another season.

โ€œPaul has been a vital part of our side for a number of years now and we love the intensity he brings to the team,โ€ Wright told hawthornfc.com.au.

โ€œPoppy works as hard defensively as he does offensively, and that pressure is what makes him such an important player for us.

โ€œRegardless of the opponent or game, you always know Poppyโ€™s work rate will be there and weโ€™re very happy to have him continue on in the brown and gold for season 2019.โ€