Gloucester confirm the signing of Georgian star

December 16, 2020
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Ultimate Rugby

Gloucester have confirmed the arrival of Georgian international Giorgi Kveseladze. The 23-year-old will join with immediate effect.

Kveseladze will link up with the Cherry & Whites with immediate effect, following the conclusion of the Autumn Nations Cup with Georgia. The abrasive centre, put in a number of impressive performances across the international campaign, including a remarkable solo try in Ireland.

Looks like @gloucesterrugby took @BrianODriscoll's advice 👀

The Cherry & Whites have confirmed the signing of Georgian international Giorgi Kveseladze with immediate effect ✍️ pic.twitter.com/KuT5rxV0bs
— Ultimate Rugby (@ultimaterugby) December 16, 2020

Kveseladze burst onto the scene with the Georgian national side, showing his ability to compete at the highest level and at just 23, the powerhouse still carries a significant amount of potential to expand his game.

Chief Operating Officer, Alex Brown, is looking forward to seeing Giorgi in Cherry & White.

“We’ve been tracking Giorgi’s progress closely, and we were increasingly impressed by his performances, most notably in the Autumn international series.

“We are eager to see him test himself and develop in the Premiership, and he will add further strength in depth to our midfield.

“Giorgi will join up with the squad straight away, so we are looking forward to integrating him into the group as soon as we can.”

Upon signing his contract at Gloucester Rugby, Giorgi was overjoyed to be coming to Kingsholm.

“I am very proud to sign for such a traditional club. I know the club very well and I am really happy to have this opportunity to join Gloucester Rugby.”