13. Jake Kerr (Bristol Bears) – Following his release, the Scotland international hooker initially linked up with the Bears squad on a trial basis and has now committed until the end of the 2020/21 season.
14. Shalva Mamukashvili – The forward joined the Tigers in 2020 ahead of the resumption of 2019/20 season following the pandemic coronavirus and went on to make his debut against Bristol.
15. Jordan Taufua (Lyon) – He joined Leicester from Crusaders after the 2019 World Cup and made his debut in November 2019. He scored three tries in 18 appearances, including a memorable score against Exeter on his home debut.
16. Tom Hardwick – The Rugby School-educated son of former England international Rob penned a new deal to stay at the Tigers at the start of the year but has since been released. Rumoured to be on his way to Bristol.
17. Luke Wallace (Harlequins) – The 30-year-old returns to The Stoop having joined Leicester from Greene King IPA Championship side Coventry last summer and will look to add to his 169 appearances in the Famous Quarters between 2009 and 2019.
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