Connacht rugby has been handed a further boost after new signing Bundee Aki arrived in Ireland today.

The 24-year-old New Zealander will begin training with his new team-mates later in the week.

Meanwhile, following Saturday's bonus point win over La Rochelle in the European Challenge Cup, the rest of the squad returned to work today, with no major injury concerns for head coach Pat Lam to worry about.

In addition, veteran second row Michael Swift has recovered from his leg injury earlier than expected and will be available for selection this weekend.