Waratahs sign Wallabies hooker Tolu Latu for 2023 season
Tolu Latu has played 21 Tests for Australia
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Waratahs have announced the signing of Australia international Tolu Latu for the 2023 season.
Latu has played for the Wallabies 21 times since his debut that came in 2016.
The 29-year-old started his professional rugby career with Waratahs in 2014 and went on to make 55 appearances for them spread across six seasons.
The 5ft 9in hooker will be rejoining Waratahs after a three-year stint with Stade Francais.
"I'm so excited to be going back to where it all started for me," he told the club's official website.
“Sydney is, and always will be my home, and I’m so fortunate to be given the opportunity to represent the Waratahs once again.
“I can’t wait to get started.”
Waratahs head coach Darren Coleman welcomed Latu back to the club.
“We’ve all seen when he’s on point there are not many more damaging hookers in world rugby,” Coleman said.
“I’ve coached Tolu twice before in NRC and he was always a positive team member.
“We will be working hard to iron out some of his weaknesses and I believe he’ll not only get swept up in our positive team culture but add to it over time.
“He’s a proud Waratah champion who is very motivated to play a part in getting the organisation back to its winning ways.”
