Bristol Bears have re-signed Argentina back Matias Moroni on a deal until the end of the 2026-27 season.

The 34-year-old, who has won 95 caps for the Pumas, initially joined the Bears on a short-term arrangement in October to provide cover for Bristol's injury-hit squad.

Moroni played twice - in the win against Gloucester and the West Country derby defeat by Bath - and will arrive in time for the return to Prem action against Harlequins at Twickenham on Saturday.

"We were hugely impressed - though not surprised - by the impact 'Tute' made during his short stint with us in October," Bears director of rugby Pat Lam said.

"In a limited window, he demonstrated his class, not only through the quality of his performances, but through the experience, professionalism, and leadership he brought to the group every single day."

"We're delighted to welcome him back and are confident he'll play a significant role in driving this team forward."

Moroni, who was part of the Leicester Tigers squad that won the Premiership in 2022, rejoins the Bears with the club fifth in the rebranded Prem, having won four of their six matches so far.

They hammered Northampton 46-12 in their last Prem match, on 29 November, and will return to league rugby after pool wins over Scarlets and Pau in the Champions Cup.