Gloucester sign Racing 92 winger Christian Wade

Gloucester have announced the signing of winger Christian Wade ahead of the 2024/25 season.

Wade played most of his career with Wasps between 2011 and 2018 having represented them in 165 games before leaving rugby union in 2018 to pursue a career in the NFL.

The 32-year-old returned back to the union in 2022 when he was signed by French club Racing 92 for whom he has scored seven tries for so far.

“I’m excited to be returning to the Premiership next season and for a great Club like Gloucester," he told the club's official website.

“After speaking with George (Skivington), I believe in his vision and ambition for the team and I can’t wait to play my part in that.

“I have fond memories of playing at Kingsholm in Wasps colours so I’m looking forward to getting out there in Cherry & White next season.”

Wade made a solitary appearance for England in 2013 and was called up to the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia in the same year.

“Everyone at the Club is thrilled to welcome Christian to Gloucester," said director of rugby George Skivington.

“It’s been clear since he returned from America that he has come back in even better shape and still has that sixth sense for the try line that he had before he left.

“We’ve got a pretty exciting stock of back three players here, but it’s hugely pleasing to add someone of Christian’s experience to that group.”