Stormers sign a champion to bolster second row

TRANSFER NEWS: The Stormers have bolstered their lock stocks.

By Warren Fortune · Rugby365

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 6:21 PM

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Lock Albert Liebenberg has joined the Stormers on loan from Griquas.
Liebenberg started for Griquas in their 23-16 Currie Cup final victory over the Pumas.
The 28-year-old will compete in the United Rugby Championship with the Cape Town franchise.

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The Stormers have signed lock Albert Liebenberg on loan from Griquas, the club confirmed on Tuesday. The 28-year-old moves to the Cape Town-based franchise to compete at United Rugby Championship level ahead of their Round Three clash against the Sharks on Saturday.

Liebenberg recently helped Griquas successfully defend their Currie Cup title, starting in the final against the Pumas in Kimberley on September 12, which Griquas won 23-16. Griquas issued a statement expressing pride in his opportunity to test himself in the URC before returning.

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