Stormers and Western Province lock Chris van Zyl has signed a short-term deal to join Saracens during the November internationals.

Van Zyl, who led Province to the Currie Cup title last season and the final this year, will make the move north on a loan as lock cover for England’s Maro Itoje and George Kruis.

The 32-year-old joined Province from the Lions in 2015 and has made over 50 appearances in the Currie Cup.

Van Zyl also captained the Stormers in the absence of Siya Kolisi this year.

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