The Hampshire-born 6ft 7in forward was rewarded for his form last season with a call-up to an England training camp and played against the Barbarians at Twickenham last May.

Tigers head coach Matt O’Connor, confirming the move, said: “Will has been in good form and developing well as a player. He is a strong and physical presence in the forward pack and we believe he can develop even further here in the future. We look forward to working with him.”

Spencer said: “I am very excited to be joining Leicester Tigers next season and hope to make a big impact and positive contribution to the group and develop further as a player.”