Pro12: Glasgow Warriors sign Zebre's Leonardo Sarto

Omnisports 03:21 - 08 March 2016

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Leonardo Sarto says an ambition to play rugby in the United Kingdom is behind his decision to leave Zebre for Pro12 champions Glasgow Warriors.

Glasgow Warriors have completed the signing of Zebre winger Leonardo Sarto for next season subject to a medical.

Italy international Sarto has made 50 appearances for Zebre over the past four seasons, but the 24-year-old has been tempted by a move to the Pro12 champions.

"I wanted to move to the United Kingdom as I know the standard of rugby is high and I want to improve my game. Joining a club like Glasgow Warriors will help me do that," Sarto told the Warriors' official website.

"I've always known Glasgow is a great club and I know [fellow Italy international] Simone Favaro is enjoying it there. I hear the fans love him and I hope I will have a similarly good relationship with them when I move over."

Sarto has scored six tries in 26 appearances for Italy, including a try on his debut against Scotland in June 2013.