Ulster Rugby: new signing Vermeulen tests Covid positive
Ulster's new star signing, Duane Vermeulen, is self isolating after testing positive for coronavirus.
That means he will not be able to link up with his new team-mates at Kingspan, just yet.
On Saturday Ulster take on Ospreys before the start of their European campaign.
In a statement, Ulster said: "Ulster Rugby can confirm there will be a delay in Duane Vermeulen joining-up with the Senior Men’s squad following his arrival in Belfast.
"As a result of testing positive for COVID-19 prior to entering the professional squad bubble, Vermeulen will not train with the team this week. He will continue to be monitored medically and is currently well.
"The Public Health Agency has been contacted, and it is expected that he will integrate into the squad over the course of next week."