Aussie prop De Lutiis ends Ireland speculation after 'stressful' fortnight

The Queensland Reds said Massimo De Lutiis, who is Irish qualified, turned down an offer from the IRFU and Ulster

22-year tighthead prop Massimo De Lutiis has represented Australia at under-20 and A level. Pic: Mike Hewitt/Getty Images

Massimo De Lutiis said a weight has been lifted from his shoulders after signing a new three-year deal with the Queensland Reds. The 22-year-old prop, who is Irish qualified, had been linked with a move to Ireland late last month. 

The Reds said De Lutiis declined an offer from the IRFU and Ulster.