Trio sign for Sarries

Saracens have announced the signing of three new players as part of plans to reshape their squad ahead of the 2009-10 season.Full-back Michael Horak is set to join the club from Treviso, having appeared for England during his time at London Irish.And director of rugby Brendan Venter said of the 31-year-old: "We have a fantastic number of exciting and hugely talented youngsters in the backline and Michael will provide a much-needed experienced head at the back."He will be joined Exeter Chiefs' Kevin Barrett and Richard Skuse, currently of London Irish, both aged 28.Skuse has appeared for the England under-21 side and Venter explained that Saracens will be aiming to see him win full international honours, while scrum-half Barrett has previously gained Guinness Premiership experience - also with London Irish.Saracens booked a place in the European Challenge Cup semi-finals with victory over Newcastle at the weekend and are currently priced 10/3 to win the tournament by Boyle Sports.

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Posted on:- 15/04/2009 - 13:19 PM
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