Saracens have announced that Springbok flyhalf Damian Willemse will play for the Men in Black.
He joins the club on a short-term three-month loan deal.
Saracens Director of Rugby Mark McCall says of the acquisition: “We’re grateful to Western Province for allowing Damian to play his rugby at Saracens for the next three months.
“He is a young talent and we’re looking forward to welcoming him to the club.”
✍️ Saracens is delighted to welcome Damian Willemse to the club! ⚫️🔴https://t.co/lEtgfw8RMK
— Saracens Rugby Club (@Saracens) September 2, 2019
Willemse isn’t the only Springbok currently in Europe while the national team look to bring home the William Webb Ellis trophy.
Another player who missed out on selection for the World Cup is Bulls prop Lizo Gqoboka, who joined French club Montpellier on a similar deal.
Of his move, Gqoboka says: “I am very excited to start this new adventure in Montpellier.
“I spoke with some club players who are very happy here. I look forward to taking my bearings and getting to know everyone.”