Munster confirm signing of 'highly sought after' South African to replace CJ Stander

The province also gave senior contracts for the academy quartet of Jack Daly, Josh Wycherley, Thomas Ahern and Jack Crowley

Munster head coach Johann Van Graan: 'Everyone is aware of the level of players we’re losing from the pack and Jason  (Jenkins( brings the required level of professionalism, physicality, and athleticism'.

Munster have given contracts to four academy players, extended the contracts of two previous graduates and signed an overseas player.

On a busy day of deals for the province, former Blue Bulls forward Jason Jenkins has signed a one-year deal, moving from Toyota Verblitz in the Japanese Top League.