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Munster set to announce signing of former Leinster prop Michael Alaalatoa

The former Leinster front-rower, 34, will join the province with immediate effect from French Top 14 club ASM Clermont Auvergne to boost Clayton McMillan's selection options at tighthead.

Munster set to announce signing of former Leinster prop Michael Alaalatoa — INCOMING: Michael Alaalatoa. Pic: Nick Elliott

Wed, 19 Nov, 2025 - 00:05

Simon Lewis

Munster will on Wednesday announce the signing of Samoan international tighthead prop Michael Alaalatoa on a seven-month contract.

The former Leinster front-rower, 34, will join the province with immediate effect from French Top 14 club ASM Clermont Auvergne to boost Clayton McMillan's selection options at tighthead.

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