Harlequins have finally announced the official signing of prop Titi Lamositele at Test level after 10 weeks Rugby Pass He will leave the top 14 and return to the Premier League in Gallagher after four seasons away from England, exclusively reported.
The confirmation comes in the same week that Harlequins admitted that Will Collier, an academy graduate who made his first-team debut in 2011, would be leaving to take up a contract in France.
A statement read: “Harlequins are delighted to announce the signing of three-time Premier League champion and Samoa international Titi Lamousitil.
“The 29-year-old, who has capped for Samoa and USA, will join the club from top 14 French club Montpellier in preparation for the 2024/25 Premier League season.
“The powerful player, who was born in Tacoma Washington, made his international debut in 2013 against Canada, becoming the youngest ever USA international at 18 years old.
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He made 32 Test appearances for the USA, including seven appearances at the 2015 and 2019 Rugby World Cups, before taking his international cap to Samoa in 2023.
“At club level, Lamousitel joined Saracens in 2015, winning three Premier League titles and three European Champions Cups. He then moved to Montpellier in 2020, helping the French side win the Challenge Cup over Leicester Tigers in 2021, Before winning the Top 14 title in 2021/22.
“I'm excited to be joining Queen's,” Lamousitel said. “I've been impressed by the rugby they've played this season, and I can't wait to get back to the Premier League and connect with my new teammates.
“I have enjoyed my time in France but I am excited about this new chapter and can’t wait to be able to take part in the quarter-finals and play in front of a huge Queen’s crowd.”
Director of Rugby Billy Millard added: “I have known Tete since I was coach of USA Rugby and have followed his progress closely throughout his career.
He added: “He is a very experienced and dynamic individual who has achieved great success at club and international level and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our front row.”
He added: “He works hard and carries the ball strong. He adds a lot of strength to our team and will be ready to make a good impact next season.”
