Aki Seiuli: Dragons bring back Samoa prop as injury cover

Seiuli is not scheduled to play against Benetton on Saturday, but should be available for the trip to face Connacht in Galway on Saturday, 26 October.

“We’re delighted to bring Aki back on a deal that will run into 2025,” said head coach Dai Flanagan.

“Aki is an international prop who has vast experience in our competitions and always performs to a high standard.

“Aki is not just a great professional. He’s a positive character who knows our environment and will fit seamlessly into what we are building.”

Seiuli, who had previous spells with Otago and the Highlanders, first moved to Rodney Parade in 2021 after two years at Glasgow.

He made his Samoa debut in 2022, as his country won the Pacific Nations Cup in Fiji.

“I’m excited to get back with Dragons and looking forward to seeing everyone and working hard for an opportunity to get back out on the field,” said Seiuli.