The son of Norwegian basketball international Morten Lund, his family moved to England when he was 6 months old, where future England flanker Magnus was born.
Lund's breakthrough was made at Rotherham in National Division One, always seen as a player with physical potential he was able to refine his technique and became highly motivated under the training of head coach Andre Bester, following this form he was signed by Leeds ahead of their Premiership Campaign.
Nicknamed the Viking, which was his wrestling name – something he almost entered professionally.
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Magnus Lund is a retired English Rugby Union player.
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Rugby union in Norway is a minor but growing sport.
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