Ulster have announced the signing of Irish lock Frank Bradshaw Ryan.
Bradshaw Ryan will join the province this summer on a one-year deal.
The 26-year-old Limerick-born player, who stands at over 2m tall, will make the move from French Pro D2 side USON Nevers.
Here's some more info on the imminent arrival...
Profile
Name : Frank Bradshaw Ryan
Age : 26
Where from : Limerick
Position : Lock
Height : 2.05m
Club history
The Shannon clubman is a Munster sub-Academy graduate who has spent the past six years in France. He firstly played for Auch and most recently USON Nevers who are currently fifth in the French PRO D2 table.
International experience
The 26-year-old has previously played for Ireland's Under 19 side.
What they said...
Bradshaw Ryan : "It is a top club, based in a fantastic city. I love watching Ulster play at the moment, and they are playing a great brand of rugby – and it’s a style of rugby that I really enjoy playing. I can see with some of Ulster’s recent signings, together with the top young players coming through, that they are intent on achieving big things. After spending six seasons in France, I can’t wait to get over and get started as, with the set-up and coaches that Ulster have, I feel it’s a great place for me to keep learning and improving as a player.”
Ulster Head Coach Dan McFarland : “Frank has worked hard in France over the last number of years to develop his game and will offer us something different at lock. We look forward to welcoming him this summer and seeing what he can deliver both on and off the field for Ulster.”
What have other people said?
Rugby Onslaught have described Bradshaw Ryan as a "giant" of a second row lock who is Irish qualified. They added: "His highlights are pretty impressive. He’s obviously a massive presence in the lineout but he can carry too."
Rugby fans believe Ulster have found a "good one". Phil said on Twitter: "Huge Congrats @Frank_BradRyan. Hard work and dedication paying off. You got a good guy all round @UlsterRugby."
Video highlights
Check out Frank Bradshaw Ryan's YouTube highlights in the video at the top.
