Rugby

Edinburgh confirms Nasoko failed a medical

June 1, 2019 1:20 pm

Former Fiji Sevens captain Kalione Nasoko will no longer join Edinburgh this summer after failing a medical.

After FBC Sports broke the news last week, Edinburgh rugby club has released a statement saying the move, initially agreed in March, fell through “upon further examination of a pre-existing injury”.

The 28 year old was due to join Richard Cockerill’s squad next month for pre-season training, but will now remain in the care of the Fiji Sevens medics.

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Edinburgh head coach, Cockerill says they are really disappointed that the deal won’t be going ahead and he feels for Nasoko who was looking forward to joining them.

Cockerill adds, it has been decided, in collaboration with the club’s medical staff, that this is the best course of action in relation to Nasoko’s overall wellbeing.

The failed move comes as a blow to Edinburgh, who are eager to enhance their attacking options for next season.

Nasoko’s compatriot and fellow winger Eroni Sau is one of five players who will join the squad this summer.

Meanwhile, the Fiji 7s side plays England at 10.50pm tonight, meets Argentina 2.16am tomorrow and the final pool match is against Ireland at 5.42am.

You can watch the entire tournament live on FBC TV.