Connacht outhalf Paul Warwick will join Munster at the end of the season.

The 26 year old has been Connacht's top scorer for the past few seasons, with 239 points in 46 Magners League games and 157 points in 19 appearances in the European Challenge Cup.

He has made 65 appearances for Connacht since joining them from Manly in 2004 on a one-year deal.

Warwick's haul of 97 points made him the top scorer in the European Challenge Cup in his first season and led to a two-year contract extension.

Connacht CEO Gerry Kelly is disappointed to see Warwick leave.

"He was very much part of our plans going forward, as he has been central to our side since we brought him over from Australia almost three years ago.

"We wish him well in his career but we are disappointed that he is leaving Connacht at this stage," said Kelly.

Warwick is ineligible to play for Ireland as he has captained the Australian sevens side in the past.