Pedro Rubiolo Transfers to Bristol Bears on Loan Before Permanent Summer Switch

Pedro Rubiolo accumulated 21 appearances for Newcastle Falcons, registering a single try. The injured Argentina international, Pedro Rubiolo, has moved to Bristol Bears on a loan agreement for the remainder of the current season, preceding a permanent transfer from Newcastle Falcons this summer. Rubiolo, aged 21, is presently recuperating from a foot injury suffered last month that concluded his season, and he will now proceed with his recovery program alongside the Bears. An announcement in November confirmed that the Pumas second row player would be relocating to Ashton Gate under a “long-term” contract from Newcastle once the current season concludes. However, this transfer has been expedited because Rubiolo, who possesses 20 international caps, underwent surgery on his injured foot, thereby sidelining him for the remainder of the term. Steve Diamond, Newcastle’s director of rugby, stated on the club’s website, external: “It’s the mature decision for everybody because realistically Pedro isn’t going to play again this season, and this just gives him a chance to work with Bristol’s medical team and settle into his new surroundings.” Diamond also expressed: “I’m disappointed I didn’t get the chance to work much with Pedro due to his injuries and international call-ups, but by all accounts he’s a great lad and he’s been nothing but professional during his time with the Falcons.” Pat Lam, the Bears’ director of rugby, commented that this presented an occasion to “integrate” Rubiolo into the club’s setting and to “build strong relationships” with the team members. Lam added: “Alongside working hard with our medical and athletic performance teams on his recovery, as we look to get him fit and firing for next season.”