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Ulster sign Billy Burns replacement from New Zealand

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Irish-qualified fly-half Aidan Morgan will join Ulster from the Hurricanes on a two-year deal ahead of next season.

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The move was first touted in our Fissler Confidential transfer column a fortnight ago and has now been confirmed by the province.

The 22-year-old is Ulster’s second signing of the close season after Werner Kok agreed to a move from the Sharks and will offset the loss of Billy Burns to Munster.

Morgan, whose grandfather was born in Belfast and is eligible for Ireland, has played 23 games for the Hurricanes in Super Rugby but has only appeared three times this year, against the Rebels, Fijian Drua, when he suffered a horrific facial wound, and Moana Pasifika.

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An 89% kicker this season, having only missed two of his 18 shots at goal, Morgan says he is delighted to play a part in a new Ulster era under new head coach Richie Murphy.

Morgan said: “I’m really looking forward to making the move to Belfast this summer, and getting the opportunity to represent Ulster and the birthplace of my grandfather.

“I know that Ulster is steeped in history, and I’m looking forward to being a part of the atmosphere at Kingspan Stadium. I’m really excited for the opportunity to be a part of a talented team, and to play in front of the club’s passionate supporters.

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“It’s a great time to be joining Ulster. I’m excited to play alongside a very skilful squad under Richie [Murphy, head coach] and the coaching team’s vision for the future.”

 

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Cheers 157 days ago

Conspiracy theory maybe just maybe Razor is allowing these players to gain oveasea’s IP for a couple years then bring it back before the next world cup…….

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Tim 158 days ago

The Irish development system running as well as we're being lead to believe?

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Bull Shark 4 hours ago
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And let’s not talk about the pacific. Do they even play rugby Down there.


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I will give credit that the women’s game is getting decent airtime. But for the rest and the above; it’s just pathetic coming from a World Rugby website.


Just consider the innovation emerging in Japan with the pedigree of coaches over there.


There’s so much good we could be reading.


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No prior experience needed.


Which is not journalism. That’s like all or most of us in the comments section. People like Finn (who I believe is a RP contributor).


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