Saracens have made their second signing ahead of the 2014/15 campaign, adding Stormers' and Western Province's Michael Rhodes.

The South African back-row will, along with Samuela Vunisa, join the Men in Black ahead of next season as director of rugby Mark McCall strengthens his side.

Speaking to the club website, McCall said: “We have some time ago identified Michael as a player who could make significant contribution to the squad, playing in the second row or the back row, carrying the ball and we are confident we can provide an environment where he will realise his full potential."

Rhodes, 27, can play at flanker or lock and began his professional career with the Sharks in Durban and has also represented the Lions before joining the Stormers.