Leicester Tigers sign centre Will Wand from Coventry

Leicester Tigers have announced the signing of centre Will Wand ahead of the 2024/25 season.

A product of Leicester Academy, the 22-year-old began his career with Cambridge where he played 20 games in National League One before moving to Coventry.

Ward impressed for Coventry scoring 14 tries in 22 matches and was named in the Championship’s Team of the Season.

“This is an incredible opportunity to join Leicester Tigers, my boyhood club," he told the club's official website.

“Growing up, my family have always supported Leicester Tigers and we have been to watch many games at Mattioli Woods Welford Road.

“I can’t wait to continue learning and working hard and I’m excited to be part of the group.”

Leicester Tigers head coach Dan McKellar is delighted with the news of Ward joining the club ahead of the new season.

“Will is a great addition to our group.”

“Will’s a guy who’s had to earn his opportunities and at 22, he’s already got good experience at Championship level under his belt.

“I’ve no doubt he will be frothing at the chance to come in and work hard and prove he belongs at this level.”