Danny Cipriani "thoroughly excited" by Sale switch

Former England fly-half Danny Cipriani has spoken of his excitement at finalising his move to Sale Sharks.

The 24-year-old will join the Sharks in the summer following a two-year stint in Australia with the Melbourne Rebels.

"I am going to be playing for Sale Sharks," Cipriani wrote on Twitter. "I am looking forward to playing with the likes of Andy Powell and Mark Cueto.

"[I'm] thoroughly excited to be joining a class team and coaching setup."

Cipriani went on to reassure supporters of the Rebels that he will be giving his all to the club until the end of the Super 15 season.

"I'm 100% committed to the Melbourne Rebels for the season, learning a lot from the coaches. The playing group is very tight and continues to build," he added.

"The Melbourne Rebels is a great club and will give it my all for the rest of the season."

Cipriani, who has seven international caps, has not played for England since 2009.