Toulon sign All Blacks winger Fainga'anuku after Kolbe departure

Toulon have signed All Blacks winger Leicester Fainga'anuku on a two-year deal, the club have announced.

The 23-year-old, who has won two caps for the All Blacks, joins Toulon from the Crusaders, where he has made 47 appearances since making his debut in 2019.

Fainga'anuku is a powerful and athletic winger who is known for his strong running and finishing ability. He is also a capable defender and lineout jumper.

His arrival at Toulon comes after the departure of South African winger Cheslin Kolbe, who has joined Toulouse.

Fainga'anuku is Toulon's second signing of the summer, after they also announced the arrival of English second-row David Ribbans.

Toulon finished third in the Top 14 last season and will be looking to challenge for the title in 2023-24.

Fainga'anuku says he is excited to join Toulon

Fainga'anuku said he was excited to join Toulon and challenge for trophies.

"I'm really excited to join Toulon," he said. "It's a great club with a lot of history and tradition.

"I'm looking forward to playing in the Top 14 and challenging for trophies. I'm also looking forward to learning from some of the best players in the world at Toulon."

Toulon coach Patrice Collazo says Fainga'anuku is a 'top talent'

Toulon coach Patrice Collazo said Fainga'anuku was a "top talent" who would add to the club's attacking options.

"Leicester is a top talent who will add a lot of firepower to our attack," Collazo said.

"He's a strong runner with good finishing skills. He's also a good defender and lineout jumper.

"We're really happy to have him on board and we're looking forward to seeing him in action for Toulon."