Springbok starlet Marcell Coetzee signs three-year Ulster deal

Ulster have signed young Springbok back-row forward star Marcell Coetzee on a three-year deal, starting next season after the conclusion of the Super Rugby campaign where he will be representing the Sharks.

The 24-year-old, who will be the fourth and final overseas player on Ulster’s roster, has been capped 28 times and scored six tries for his country. The versatile forward, who can operate across the back row, led the Sharks on their pre-season game against Toulouse last night.

His additions is a major boost to the Les Kiss’s side, who also have All Black wizard Charles Piutau coming next season after his loan spell to Wasps. Callum Black will lead out the Pro12 leaders this evening at the Kingspan Stadium against Glasgow in celebration of his 100th appearance for the province.