Munster Academy hooker Sean Cronin has accepted a full time contract with Connacht.
Chief Executive Garrett Fitzgerald explained: "We believe that to further his progress Sean needs to compete on a regular basis at representative level.
"At this stage, a move to Connacht is in his best interest. We wish him the very best during his time with Connacht," said Fitzgerald.
Cronin was offered a development contract by Munster. But, he has decided to take the opportunity of a full-time option and the greater possibility for game time