Leinster have confirmed the re-signing of prop Peter Dooley from Connacht ahead of the new season. The 31-year-old Birr native returns after four years in Galway.
Dooley, a graduate of the Leinster academy, made 104 appearances and scored five tries in eight seasons, having made his debut against Edinburgh in October 2014. He earned his 100th cap in a win over Benetton in March 2022.
A former Ireland Under-20 international, he joined Connacht in 2022 and went on to play 67 games before making his decision to return to Leinster.
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Leo Cullen said: “I have had numerous conversations with Peter over the last number of months. It definitely feels like Peter has unfinished business with Leinster after having come through the Leinster pathway.
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“We all believe that Peter has the ability to challenge at the top end of the game and we are delighted to have him back in our squad.”
Dooley said: “I am thrilled to be returning to Leinster after four great years with Connacht. It feels like I am coming home and I can’t wait now to get started with pre-season and get back out on to the field at Laya Arena (RDS).”
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