Leinster could move for Irish qualified tighthead if Michael Ala’alatoa takes up contract with Clermont Auvergne
Tighthead prop Oli Jager has sought an early release from his Crusaders and could return to Ireland to play. Photograph: Phil Walter/Getty Images
Jager was born in London but grew up in Dublin where he was educated at Newbridge College and then Blackrock College, the latter where his dad, Harm, a former Dutch Olympic water polo player, was the strength and conditioning coach. In April 2022 he said: “I think I’ve made it pretty clear in the last couple of years that I want to be an All Black.” He qualifies to play for Ireland and England and the IRFU has long monitored his development in New Zealand, especially under former Ireland scrum coach Greg Feek.
Oli Jager in action for the Crusaders against Melbourne Rebels in April 2022. Photograph: William West/AFP via Getty Images When asked whether Jager was returning, ‘home’, Penney added: “I can’t elaborate too much, you will put two and two together and he will come out with a release very shortly.” Jager wasn’t included in the Crusaders squad announced this week for next year’s Super Rugby Championship.
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