Wasps swoop for Australia star Kurtley Beale

Kurtley Beale of Australia congratulates Drew Mitchell after he scored his teams second try during the 2015 Rugby World Cup Quarter Final match between Australia and Scotland at Twickenham Stadium on October 18, 2015 in London, United Kingdom.
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Wasps complete one of the biggest signings in Aviva Premiership history by announcing the capture of Kurtley Beale for the 2016-17 season.

Wasps have announced one of the biggest deals in Aviva Premiership history with the capture of Australia star Kurtley Beale.

The 27-year-old will join Wasps for the 2016-17 season from New South Wales Waratahs.

Wasps director of rugby Dai Young told the club website: "There are very few players in world rugby who can really excite people and get spectators on the edge of their seats. Kurtley Beale is one of those rare talents."

Beale, who has 60 international caps with the Wallabies, has signed a one-year contract and will reportedly earn an annual salary in excess of £700,000.

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