Leinster have confirmed the return of Ireland international Joey Carbery ahead of the 2026/27 season.
A graduate of the Leinster Academy, Carbery scored 101 points in 37 appearances during his first spell at the province.
After helping Leinster to a PRO14 and Investec Champions Cup double in 2018, Carbery left to join Munster, where he won the BKT United Rugby Championship title in 2023.
Most recently, the 30-year-old has spent the last two seasons with Union Bordeaux Bègles, where he helped the French side to back-to-back Investec Champions Cup titles.
He is currently recovering from a cruciate injury sustained in February, which effectively ended his stint with the French powerhouse.
Carbery said: “I am delighted to be returning home to Leinster. I am thrilled to be joining in with Leo and the lads, there are some familiar faces and loads of new ones to get to know.
“I am working hard now to get myself fit and ready and contribute to the team as soon as possible.”
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen believes Carbery’s experience is a big addition: “We are delighted to welcome Joey back to Leinster Rugby.
“Joey and his family have been huge contributors to the province over many years and it certainly feels like a homecoming for Joey.
“He has gained plenty of valuable experience over the last number of years and we are all keen to learn from each other over the coming months as we look to compete in a new season.”
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