ALEX LEWINGTON will leave London Irish to join Premiership rivals Saracens at the end of the season.
The winger, who was named Exiles player of the month for December, has been linked with a move away for a number of months and the two clubs confirmed today that a deal has been reached.
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Lewington, 26, joined Irish from Leicester Tigers in 2013 and is widely considered to be one of the club’s prize assets.
But as he closes in on 100 appearances for the Exiles, this season will be his last.
“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at London Irish and I would like to thank all of the coaches that I have worked under for the opportunities that they have given me,” said Lewington.
“I would also like to thank the supporters for their continued support and I’ll be doing everything I can to help the club secure its Aviva Premiership status.
“It was a really tough decision to leave, but I’m now looking forward to a new challenge in my career.”
Exiles director of rugby Nick Kennedy added: “Alex has significantly improved during his time here.
“He came back from a serious injury last year and his nine tries in 10 appearances during the season run-in helped us with the Championship and gain promotion back to the Aviva Premiership.
“We would like to thank Alex for his service and wish him well for the future.”
