Bartholomeusz, who is capped once at International level for his native Australia will come to Ulster from English Premiership side Saracens where his incisive running and kicking have made him a crowd favourite. A versatile utility back, before his move to London in September 2003, he had previously played Super 12 rugby for the ACT Brumbies, where he played in every position along the back-line with the exception of scrum-half.

Ulster Rugby also announced that current players, prop Bryan Young and centre Kevin Maggs have renewed their contracts.

 Bryan Young has signed a new three year deal

Young who was a product of the Academy system and has recently broken into the Ireland A squad has signed a three year deal while Kevin Maggs renewed his deal for a further one year.

Mark Bartholomeusz
Position: Utility Back
DOB: 30.06.77
Ht: 1.80m (5”11)
Wt: 85kg (13st 6lbs)
Honours: Australia (1 cap)
Clubs: Saracens (joined Sep 2003), ACT Brumbies