Overview

• Gloucester confirmed Bleuler’s immediate move from the Hollywoodbets Sharks as they seek to reinforce the No. 1 jersey.
• Director of rugby George Skivington said Bleuler will plug a short-term gap and add longer-term competition in the position.
• Bleuler could feature against Bristol Bears on Friday, having logged 23 minutes off the bench for the Sharks in URC round one.
• The club has started the Premiership winless, a backdrop that underscores the urgency after recently saying signings were unlikely.
• Bleuler’s résumé includes Western Province and a Stormers debut versus the 2021 Lions, 22 Sharks appearances, and a Munster loan with seven games including four in the Champions Cup.