Tomas Lavanini signs for Leicester Tigers

Leicester Tigers have confirmed the signing of Argentina international forward Tomás Lavanini for next season.

First capped by the Pumas in 2013, the 26-year-old has become a key member of the Argentina pack with 47 senior caps.

Tigers head coach Geordan Murphy said: “Tomas has played an important part in a big, physical and impressive Pumas pack and he has a lot of experience for a player of his age.

“He brings a lot of the attributes we’ve been looking for in that area and we think he can continue to develop with us. We’re delighted that he has agreed to join the Tigers and we’re sure the Welford Road supporters will give him a big welcome.”

Lavanini has previous experience of European rugby during a season at Racing 92 in France and is currently playing for the Jaguares in his home country.

He becomes the fourth international to agree a move to Welford Road ahead of the 2019/20 campaign and joins Tigers academy graduate Calum Green in new additions to the club’s second row stocks.