Ruben De Haas: Saracens sign United States international scrum-half from Cheetahs

Saracens agree deal to bring in United States international scrum-half Ruben De Haas at end of season; De Haas will join from South African franchise the Cheetahs this summer; 22-year-old has played 17 times for his country

Image: Ruben De Haas played in all four of the United States' games at the 2019 Rugby World Cup

Saracens have signed 17-times capped United States scrum-half Ruben De Haas on a two-year deal.

The 22-year-old will join the former English and European champions from South African franchise the Cheetahs this summer.

De Haas told the club website: "When I heard I had the opportunity to come to Saracens, it was a no-brainer.

"With the success Saracens have had over the past decade, and the team and family culture they have, it was a pretty easy decision for me.

"I'm really looking forward to the journey coming up."

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Image: De Haas (left) will join Saracens from South African franchise the Cheetahs in the summer

South Africa-born De Haas moved to Arkansas with his family at a young age and represented the USA at youth level.

De Haas made his senior Eagles debut in February 2018 and played at the 2019 World Cup in Japan.

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Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall said: "We have been monitoring Ruben's progress over the last few seasons and are really excited by his potential, his ambition and drive.

"He is a young player with a bright future and we look forward to welcoming him to the club."

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