Munster have confirmed that Irish-born second row Mark Flanagan will join the province from Saracens on a three-month loan deal.
Former Leinster player Flanagan spent spells with Mont-de-Marsan in the French PRO D2 and Bedford Blues in the English Championship before joining Saracens last season.
The 28-year-old made 11 appearances for Sarries in the Aviva Premiership last season.
Munster face Glasgow Warriors in a Conference A top-of-the-table clash at Scotstoun Stadium this Friday night, 7.35pm.