Sale Sharks sign Rohan Janse Van Rensburg

Sale Sharks have confirmed the signing of Rohan Janse Van Rensburg from the Lions on a three-year deal.

Both clubs have agreed that Rohan can join Sale Sharks on a permanent basis after his successful loan spell with the club during the 2017/18 season.

The 23-year-old Springbok began his professional career with the Blue Bulls in 2013, making seven appearances and scoring four tries before moving to the Lions rugby set-up where he was a key figure for the Golden Lions in their Currie Cup campaigns.

A breakthrough season in 2016 saw Van Rensburg cross the line 10 times in just 17 games which drew the attention of the rugby world and, in particular, Steve Diamond.

"I am delighted to have secured the services of Rohan for the next three years," said Diamond.

"He made a huge impact when he joined midway through last season and is another building block in our desire to be a top four team."

Rohan is contracted until November 2018 however the Lions have agreed to release him five months early.