South African centre Marius Louw has signed a two-year deal with Premiership outfit Sale Sharks.
The Sharks could play Eben Etzebeth as early as next week as they hope that his long battle with concussion is about to end.
Springbok winger Makazole Mapimpi has signed a contract to remain at the Sharks for a further two years.
The Lions were close, but ultimately not close enough to secure back-to-back wins against the Sharks in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday.
Sharks coach John Plumtree reflected on their gutsy 25-22 win over the Lions which secured them conference honours in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday.
The Sharks maintained their position in the top-four of the United Rugby Championship (URC) standings after a narrow 25-22 victory against the Lions at Kings Park on Saturday.