Mils’ contribution to Connacht can be massive, says Lam

Connacht’s first All Black signing, Mils Muliaina, has been part of Pat Lam’s future plans for two years.

Lam tried to get the former All Black centurion to rejoin his Auckland Blues squad when the two met up in 2012, and he has now earmarked the Samoan-born utility back to help take Connacht to the next level.

“At the start of the recruitment process when I looked at our young players, such as Robbie Henshaw and Darragh Leader, I identified Mils as someone who plays in those positions and a person I know who will contribute to our leadership group,” says Lam.