Edinburgh have announced the appointment of Alan Solomons as the club's new head coach.

The former South Africa assistant coach will begin his new role at Murrayfield on August 9 following a successful stint with the Barbarians.

Managing director David Davies told the club's official website: "I'm delighted to confirm the appointment of such experienced, respected and passionate coaches."

Solomons will be joined by Stevie Scott, who will switch his interim head coach role to full-time assistant.

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