Newcastle sign Argentina scrum-half Cruz

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Argentina's Simon Benitez Cruz will join Newcastle after the Rugby Championship

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Newcastle Falcons have signed Argentina scrum-half Simon Benitez Cruz on a two-year deal.

The 25-year-old, who is part of the Pumas squad preparing for the upcoming Rugby Championship which begins on Saturday, will join international team-mate Eduardo Bello at Kingston Park.

"I'm incredibly honoured to be joining Newcastle, a club which has such a strong affiliation with Argentinian players," Cruz told the club website. , external

"I'm confident this is the right move for me, and I can't wait to pull on my Newcastle shirt in front of all our amazing fans."

Cruz made his Test debut for the Pumas in their victory over the

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