Dragons recruit Tonga centre Paea

Tonga centre Fetuli Paea has played domestic rugby for Zebre, Highlanders, Crusaders and Tasman Mako

Tonga centre Fetuli Paea will join Dragons this summer after agreeing a move from Italian side Zebre Parma.

The 30-year-old has been capped 12 times by his country and becomes the Welsh regional side's ninth new signing for the 2025-26 season.

Paea, who joined Zebre in 2023 from New Zealand side Highlanders, said his aim is "to put myself in a position where I'm able to continue to learn and gain more experience".

Dragons head coach Filo Tiatia said: "We are excited that Fetuli will be joining us at Dragons this summer.

"He's a very talented centre who has played international rugby for Tonga and Super Rugby for Crusaders and the Highlanders. He'll bring a wealth of experience to the group.

"Fetuli is a player I've followed closely for some time. He has good footwork pre-contact, is a gain-line winner and will be eager to bring success to our club."