Nottingham have agreed an 18-month deal to sign former Newcastle Falcons flanker Brent Wilson.
Experienced New Zealander heads to the Championship
Nottingham have agreed an 18-month deal to sign former Newcastle Falcons flanker Brent Wilson.
The 30-year-old returns to England after playing for provincial side North Harbour in New Zealand.
And Wilson, who made 84 Premiership appearances in five seasons for the Falcons, is relishing the chance to play for the ambitious Championship outfit.
Wilson said: "When the opportunity to return to England and join a successful team in the Championship arose, I was extremely interested. Having played premiership rugby for a number of seasons, I hope to be able to bring a bit of experience to Nottingham and help the team climb up the table to challenge for honours.
Pleased
"I've spent a lot of time in England, both here and in Newcastle with the Falcons, and both my wife and I have enjoyed being here. So making the move was an obvious one for both of us and we are pleased to be settling into an environment we are happy with."
Wilson will compete with Sione Kalamafoni, Alex Shaw, Johnny Baird, Phil Eggleshaw and skipper Craig Hammond for a place in the Nottingham back row.
And director of rugby Glenn Delaney said: "Brent is a very experienced flanker, having had five years of playing for the Newcastle Falcons, as well as two spells at North Harbour.
"He's a proven leader, and both the coaching staff and players are extremely pleased he's joining the team."
