GLASGOW Warriors have completed the signing of 6ft 8in Samoan lock Brian Alainu'uese from Waikato until the end of the season.

The 22-year-old began training with his new teammates today after completing a move subject to visa and medical.

Alainu'uese is a New Zealand-born second row who was developed at Wesley College in Auckland, the same school that produced the great Jonah Lomu.

The 135kg forward has represented Samoa at Under-20 level and played under Dave Rennie, who will replace Gregor Townsend as head coach at Scotstoun at the end of the season, while at Super Rugby outfit Chiefs.

“I’m really excited about joining Glasgow," he told glasgowwarriors.org.

"I've spoken to Dave (Rennie) about the move and he told me great things about the club and it made me want to join.

“Everyone in New Zealand knows that Glasgow Warriors is a great club and there are good people here.

"I watched Corey Flynn playing when I was growing up and Jarrod Firth spent some time at the Chiefs, so it’ll be good to get to know those boys, as well as the rest of the squad.

“From what I’ve seen Glasgow like to throw the ball around and play a fast game and that’s the way I like to play too. 

"I’ll give it my best over here and if an opportunity comes I’ll take it. I just want to give my all for Glasgow.”

Glasgow Warriors head coach Gregor Townsend added: “Brian has a real physical presence and has played well for Waikato in the Mitre Cup this season. 

"He has the ability to play an offloading game and will help our set-piece play. 

"With Greg Peterson, Scott Cummings and Tjiuee Uanivi currently injured, we’re delighted to secure the services of such a quality second-row, and we're looking forward to integrating him into our squad."