IRFU set for €15m Puma deal

IRISH rugby is set to benefit to the tune of €15m after agreeing a new sponsorship deal with sportswear manufacturer, Puma.

It is believed the new multi-million, eight-year deal has already been struck with the German sportswear manufacturer in what is massive coup for the IRFU in a time of economic uncertainty.

The IRFU’s current four-year contract with New Zealand manufacturer, Canterbury Clothing Company, which was worth up to €8m since 2005, expires at the end of this season.