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#player-profile

The Los Angeles Dodgers splashed in free agency Thursday, signing All-Star free agent Kyle Tucker to a four-year, $240 million deal. The team is still yet to officially announce the signing and hold their introductory press conference with the outfielder, but there's still plenty to learn about L.A.'s newest addition. With the Dodgers' announcement imminent, here are five fun facts about their newest outfielder.

Leinster and Ireland full-back relieves the tense build-up that led to the elation of him scoring one of the most famous tries ever by an Irish player on last summer's Lions tour in Australia It's a dark, gloomy afternoon in Dublin, and as the rain pounds and the wind howls, we are nestled in the back of a cafe, safe from the elements, away from the madness of the Christmas rush outside.

The French midfielder arrived at Modena from Belgium but had long been followed by Italian clubs, particularly when he played for French side Clermont Foot. The Roman newspaper states that two years ago Juventus had tried to sign him for their Next Gen team, but his fate took a different path. Milan - presumably through Geoffrey Moncada, who is always attentive to talent in France - had also inquired about him, but never materialised.

Marcus is a hugely gifted, talented player, and he has made an encouraging start,

Bruno Fernandes has been one of Manchester United's most consistent players since joining five years ago. The 31-year-old Portugal midfielder is the Red Devils' captain and has scored 99 goals for the club. He sat down with BBC Sport's Kelly Somers in April to discuss his family, his most influential manager and why people are entitled to their opinions on him.

Dont'e Thornton Jr. embodies the ideal height, weight, and speed for a receiver, possessing elite physical attributes and the potential for big plays.

Josaiah Stewart's transition from Coastal Carolina to Michigan was marked by impressive performances, culminating in earning All-Big Ten Second Team honors and contributing to a national championship.