Latu signed with Cleveland's practice squad Thursday.

The 49ers waived Latu on Tuesday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Latu had three receptions on as many targets for 42 yards in Friday's preseason finale against Las Vegas.

Latu corralled three of five targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 16-10 preseason victory over the Saints.

Latu (knee) opened 49ers training camp without an injury designation Tuesday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

Latu (knee) has suffered no setbacks in his recovery and is expected to be ready for training camp, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Latu (knee) was present but not participating during San Francisco's OTAs on Tuesday, Kyle Madson of USA Today reports.

The 49ers placed Latu (knee) on injured reserve Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Latu will require surgery to repair a meniscus injury sustained in Friday's 23-12 preseason loss to the Chargers, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.