Connacht fury as Blues sign McCarthy

Connacht officials have launched a blistering attack on Leinster Rugby chiefs over their pursuit of Irish international Mike McCarthy.

The Heineken Cup champions have secured the signature of the 31-year-old lock for next season but the development has created a firestorm out west.

In a hard-hitting statement, Connacht chief executive Tom Sears made little attempt to hide his disappointment and anger at the manner in which McCarthy was pursued.