Bristol Bears are to signal Fiji worldwide Viliame Mata from Edinburgh for subsequent season.
Mata informed the Bears web site: “I am really grateful for the chance and excited for the problem.”
He was nominated for European membership participant of the 12 months and named Pro14 Gamers’ Participant of the 12 months in 2018-19.
Bears director of rugby Pat Lam stated: “Viliame is without doubt one of the strongest and thrilling back-row gamers within the recreation, so we’re delighted to be bolstering our ahead pack with a participant of his world-class calibre subsequent season.
“His performances as a centurion for Edinburgh and on the latest Rugby World Cup in France for Fiji, showcased his expertise and skill on the prime stage.”
The Rio 2016 Olympic gold medallist was the primary non-Scottish certified participant to succeed in 100 appearances for a Scottish membership.