Bath Rugby Sign Argentine Tighthead Marcos Camerlinckx
The 22-year-old son of a former international locks in an immediate contract with the club after winning a championship in South America.
By Ryan Carter ·
Bath Rugby has secured the services of Argentine tighthead Marcos Camerlinckx, an immediate signing intended to bolster the club's front row. The 22-year-old joins the West Country team after his performance this year with Pampas XV, which included a victory in the Super Rugby Americas Championship.
Camerlinckx began his international career in July 2023, earning four caps for the Argentina U20 squad. His development continued into 2026, when he was selected for Argentina XV in a match against the United States in August. Before his current stint, he played in the first division of the Unión de Rugby de Buenos Aires for Club Regatas de Bella Vista.
The move places Camerlinckx in a deep pool of talent at the tighthead position, alongside Will Stuart, Archie Griffin, Vilikesa Sela, and Kieran Verden. He also brings experience playing at hooker, adding versatility to the squad.
Bath Head of Rugby Johann van Graan expressed confidence in the new recruit's potential. "We are looking forward to seeing how Marcos will develop his game over the next period of time and I am sure he will fit into our group very well," van Graan said.
Camerlinckx, the son of Argentine number eight Paolo Camerlinckx, described the transition as positive. "I’m really happy to be here at Bath Rugby. It’s been an amazing experience so far, both on and off the pitch," he said. He added that he is enjoying learning from his teammates and is grateful for the opportunity.
The signing was initially reported by local media several weeks ago but has now been formally confirmed by the club. Camerlinckx is expected to begin training with his new teammates immediately.
