Bath sign Wales back row Faletau
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Bath sign Wales back row Faletau
Bath Rugby have announced the signing of Wales and British and Irish Lions back row Taulupe Faletau.
The 24 year old will link up with Mike Ford's side for the 2016/17 season after 6 years at Welsh region Newport Gwent Dragons.
It was a well documented pursuit from Bath but they have finally got their man after months of chasing.
Faletau commented on the move, “The way Bath approach the game suits my style of play, which was a big factor in me wanting to join,” said Faletau. “The opportunity to work with Darren [Edwards, Bath Rugby First Team Coach] again after doing so with Wales U20 and the Dragons was also too good to turn down. I’d like to thank Dragons for everything they’ve done for me in my career.”
Bath Rugby Head Coach Mike Ford said: “When we talk about this club being ambitious, we’re not just paying lip service: signing a player of Toby’s calibre is evidence of that. He is a world-class player who never takes a backwards step and he will add competition to an equally fantastic back row. We’re continuing to build a formidable squad that will challenge for silverware for years to come.”
