Munster sign veteran Springbok on short-term loan

The 32-year-old has been capped by South Africa and has more than 70 Super Rugby appearances.

Munster have confirmed the signing of Sharks lock Jean Deysel on a three-month loan.

The 32-year-old, who has been capped by South Africa and has more than 70 Super Rugby appearances, will join the later this month - subject to being granted a valid work permit.

Deysel is in to provide cover in the second row following bad news on the injury front. Jean Kleyn is ruled out due to a neck injury and it has now been confirmed that Dave Foley requires surgery for an ongoing wrist complaint.

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The province have also confirmed that back row Jack O'Donoghue and wingers Ronan O'Mahony and Alex Wootton have signed new 2 year deals with the province.