Connacht have completed the signing of winger Fetu'u Vainikolo from Super Rugby franchise the Highlanders.
The 26-year-old has played for Northland in 2007 and in his 22 caps he scored 10 tries. In 2009 he moved to Otago where he earned a further 15 caps before making his Super Rugby debut for the Highlanders in 2008 against the Reds.
Vainikolo scored an impressive 13 tries for the Highlanders between 2008 and 2010 and is known for his explosive ball-carrying ability.
"I am excited about furthering my career with Connacht. I have watched their progress with interest this season and been impressed with their style of play," he told the Connacht website.
"I am looking forward to hopefully scoring many tries in the green jersey."
Meanwhile, Connacht boss Eric Elwood looks forward to bringing Vainikolo to The Sportsground.
"We're really looking forward to Fetu'u joining us, he has shown he can score tries from anywhere on the pitch and we are excited to have a player of his skill and expertise joining the team," he said.
"Having a player of his pace and physicality in the backs will add an extra dimension to our game."
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