Munster on the verge of signing Springbok Jaco Taute, reports

South African centre will offer short-term cover for the injured Francis Saili

Munster are on the verge of signing South African centre Jaco Taute, according to reports.

The news was first announced by South African website Netwerk24, who have revealed the three-time capped Springbok is joining the province on a short-term, five-month contract.

25-year-old Taute has been recruited by Munster’s new director of rugby Rassie Erasmus as cover for Francis Saili, with a shoulder injury ruling the All Black out for four months.

Erasmus is also without centre Sam Arnold, a summer arrival from Ulster, increasing the need for midfield reinforcements.

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Taute’s three caps for the Boks came in 2012, and he wore the number-13 jersey during the 16-12 win over Ireland in Dublin.

He has made four starts for the Stormers this season, and follows secondrow Jean Kleyn to Thomond Park.