GLAMORGAN have confirmed the signing of South African fast bowler Marchant de Lange on a three-year non-overseas contract.

De Lange has become the latest in a rush of former South Africa internationals to move to county cricket - several waiving the right to play for their native country again after being signed on Kolpak arrangements.

In his case, non-overseas status in this country means he will be deemed to be an overseas signing should he want to return to South Africa domestic cricket.

Glamorgan chief executive and director of cricket Hugh Morris welcomed the arrival of the 26-year-old, describing him as being "in the prime of his career".

De Lange burst on to the international scene five years ago, as potentially one of the quickest bowlers in the world - but has not played for his country in any format for more than a year, and has just two Test caps dating back to 2011/12.

He had to remodel his action following a stress fracture in 2012, and has since excelled in the shorter formats in South Africa and for franchise teams around the world.

Morris said: "We are delighted to have signed Marchant de Lange and to see him arrive in Wales today.

"Marchant is a top-quality fast bowler who is in the prime of his career and will add a real cutting-edge to our bowling attack.

"As we complete our preparations ahead of the new season, signing a player of Marchant's ability is a great boost to our prospects for all forms of the game."

Glamorgan coach Robert Croft added: "Marchant is a match-winner. He has pace, aggression - and he's the right age and at the right stage of his career to make an impact for us. He will be a great addition to our squad."