Leicester have moved quickly to cover the loss of Craig Newby by signing former Bath flanker Julian Salvi.
Brumbies flanker offsets the loss of Newby
Leicester have moved quickly to cover the loss of Craig Newby by signing former Bath flanker Julian Salvi.
The Australian arrives from the Brumbies on a short-term deal after Newby was ruled out for up to five months with a knee problem which has required surgery.
Salvi, who has represented Australia at Under-21s and A team levels, enjoyed a successful season at Bath before returning to the Brumbies.
And Tigers director of rugby Richard Cockerill is pleased will his latest acquisition - particularly as his squad is already likely to be stretched during the World Cup.
Cockerill said: "We're delighted that Julian has agreed to join us. He enjoyed a very good season in England a couple of years ago and has been a major performer in Australia too.
"Losing a player of Craig Newby's influence and experience is a blow to the squad, especially during a World Cup year when we are likely to be without a number of senior players.
"But we see Julian as a very good addition to the squad. He will join us by the end of July and his previous experience in this country should allow him to fit in pretty quickly."
