BROMSGROVE-born teenager Jordan Crane has sealed a dream move to Premiership giants Leicester Tigers.
The Leeds number eight has captained England at under 18 and under 19 level and was part of this season's under 21 Grand Slam-winning side.
Tigers forwards coach, Richard Cockerill, believes the 19-year-old will prove to be an astute signing.
"Jordan is the outstanding back-row forward of his age group and comes to us very highly-rated," he said.
"He's looking to further his career in the Guinness Premiership after Leeds were relegated. We believe he can develop into a world-class forward to complement the players we already have in the squad."
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