New Zealand Maoris flanker Thomas Waldrom has confirmed he is set to join Leicester Tigers.
Crusaders flanker agrees Welford Road switch
New Zealand Maoris flanker Thomas Waldrom has confirmed he is set to join Leicester Tigers.
The 26-year-old is currently part of the Crusaders squad, but he will team up with the Guinness Premiership champions at the end of the Super 14 season.
Waldrom, who also plays for provincial side Hawke's Bay, will become the latest New Zealand to play for the Tigers - following in the footsteps of the likes of Aaron Mauger, Scott Hamilton and Daryl Gibson.
Waldrom, who has also played for the Hurricanes, said: "I am really looking forward to joining the Tigers after my commitments with the Crusaders in the Super 14 are over.
"While the results and trophy cabinet speak for themselves, everyone I have spoken to can't speak highly enough about the structures, coaching and facilities in Leicester.
"Knowing that people I trust viewed the club in that light made my decision so much easier."
Leicester head coach Richard Cockerill believes Waldrom will add much-needed competition to his back row poisitions.
He added: "Thomas has done a very good job with the Crusaders in a competitive environment in New Zealand.
"He will provide another option for us in the back-row and we look forward to him joining the Tigers squad."
