Highlander boosts Edinburgh back line

boosted their back line for the new season today with the signing of Highlanders playmaker Phil Burleigh on a two-year.
The 27-year-old, who also spent two years with the Chiefs, will arrive at the conclusion of the season.
He said: “I'm really excited about the new challenge at a proud club with growing ambition.
“I've spoken to Alan Solomons [head coach] who talked me through his vision and the squad for next season and it sounds like he's building a good future for the club, moving towards competing further up the table and getting back into the European Rugby .
“I'm really looking forward to being part of that challenge and building for future success.”
Solomons added: “This is excellent news for Edinburgh Rugby. Phil Burleigh is an experienced Super Rugby back.
“He is a very good player and comes very highly rated and regarded. He is a strong, physical, and intelligent player and that will be a big help to us.
“We've signed him primarily as a stand-off but he is also comfortable at 12 and 13, which is important, both in terms of intensifying squad competition and facilitating future rotation.”

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