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Leicester Tigers have announced the immediate signing of Newcastle Falcons flyer Adam Radwan on a multi-year deal. This comes just days after England legend Anthony Watson announced his retirement from the game, calling to an end an illustrious career.

Radwan has made over 100 appearances for Newcastle, becoming one of the Gallagher Premiership’s most feared attackers, crossing the line 45 times in Falcons colours.

The 27-year-old made his England debut in the Summer of 2021, earning the first of his two international caps against Canada at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.

Leicester Tigers Head Coach Michael Cheika said: “Adam is an exciting player, with a proven record for finding the try line and someone who will add great competition to our back three ranks as well as bring with him a wealth of experience.”

“He’s a great young bloke, who we are excited to have link up with us this week and getting him on to the training field alongside his new club mates.”

Newcastle Falcons director of rugby Steve Diamond said: “Adam is a great lad who has been nothing but professional during my year of working with him, and I know everyone at Kingston Park will join me in wishing him all the best for his move.

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“I understand our supporters will be disappointed at losing a player of his ability, and of course we share those sentiments.

“Adam is an ambitious player who came to us and expressed his desire to take up this opportunity with Leicester. There’s absolutely no animosity between Adam and ourselves, and he will always be welcomed back here as a player who has given tremendous service to this club.

“We will continue working hard to make Newcastle Falcons a highly competitive force in the Gallagher Premiership, and I firmly believe there is a bright future for professional rugby here in the North East.”

Radwan was at pains to thank Newcastle Falcons and their supporters as he heads down to the East Midlands, saying: “I’ve loved my time at the club and have got nothing but positive memories.

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“The supporters and everybody at Kingston Park have always been great with me, and I can’t express how much that has meant. I will always have huge affection for Newcastle Falcons and I hope they go on to enjoy the success that they deserve.”