Sharks flanker Solly Tyibilika will join the Lions for the start of next season.
Tyibilika, who is highly rated by national coach Jake White, has found it difficult to command a place in the match 22 for the Sharks, despite being considered Schalk Burger’s understudy at international level.
The Lions have confirmed the move, which will see Tyibilika sign for two years and join former Blue Bulls star Jacques Cronje at the franchise.