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All-rounder de Bruyn could yet face his former side Worcestershire this weekend, while fast bowler Thomas will arrive in Taunton next week.

Somerset's director of cricket, Brian Rose, said: "It's great news that both players are now clear to join us.

"There was a slight technical hitch with Alfonso which has now been sorted out and I hope to watch Zander having a net at Taunton in the morning."

De Bruyn had earlier told the BBC: "It's important to play in the first division, playing against the best cricketers in England.

"That's where you want to test your skills and see where you can go."