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Newcastle Falcons have signed Scotland lock Jamie Hodgson on a one-year contract.
The second-rower, who has won five caps for his country – the last in 2022 – was unattached after leaving Edinburgh Rugby at the end of last season.
The 27-year-old spent part of the campaign on loan with Bristol Bears before his short-term deal was ended by a tricep injury after four games.
“It’s a great opportunity and I feel like the club is heading in a really positive direction, both on and off the field,” the 6ft 6in Hodgson told the Falcons website., external
Newcastle, who finished bottom of the Premiership last season with two wins from 18 games, are on the verge of being taken over by energy drinks giant Red Bull.
