London Irish bring in London Welsh lock

London Irish have bolstered their second-row options with the acquisition of Josh McNally from until the end of the season.
The 26-year-old joins Irish having spent more than two seasons at Old Deer Park including a campaign in the .
A Senior Aircraftman with the Royal Air Force, McNally has been released of his duty to play for the Exiles and could make his debut in this Saturday’s British and Irish Cup trip to Eagles.
McNally has been an integral part of the RAF 1st XV for the last six years, which recently in 2015, won the Inter-Service for the first time in 24 years.
He said: “I really enjoyed my time at London Welsh and they gave me the opportunity to cut my teeth in the professional game which I’m hugely grateful for.
“I’m really happy to be here – the facilities are absolutely amazing here and I’m looking forward to getting involved.
“Speaking to Nick Kennedy filled me with a lot of positivity and he made it clear that he wanted me here and wants me to progress at .
“I’ve always liked attacking and watching Irish this season, they’ve really put that in place and I believe I can improve that area of the game.”
Irish Director of Rugby Nick Kennedy said: “I’m delighted to welcome Josh to London Irish and we are looking forward to seeing him in action for the club.
“I’ve monitored Josh’s development closely in recent years, even before his move to London Welsh and he’s impressed me with a skill-set that will significantly improve the team.
“His composure, ball carrying and work-rate as well possessing both and Championship experience will be invaluable for us as we enter the second half of the season.”

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