Permanent move for Wootton among 21 new contracts announced by Connacht Oran McNulty and Cian Prendergast have signed professional deals, while 19 of the existing senior squad have signed on for next season. By Gavan Casey Thursday 11 Mar 2021, 4:24 PM Mar 11th 2021, 4:24 PM 9,018 Views 11 Comments Alex Wootton scoring his second try against the Cardiff Blues in February. Image: James Crombie/INPHO Image: James Crombie/INPHO CONNACHT HAVE CONFIRMED that 21 players have signed new contracts with the province ahead of the 2021/2022 season. In all, 19 players from Andy Friend’s existing senior squad have extended their respective stays at the Sportsground, with Oran McNulty and Cian Prendergast making the jump from academy contracts to full-time deals.