Leinster confirm worst kept secret signing of Rabah Slimani
Leinster have ended weeks of speculation by signing former France tighthead prop Rabah Slimani from ASM Clermont Auvergne.
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Rugby Transfers
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Fissler Confidential: A big week for Stuart Hogg
Former Scotland full-back Stuart Hogg will take his first steps back into rugby when he reports for pre-season training with Montp…
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Lyon statement: Recruitment of New Zealand U20s boss Jono Gibbes
It was January 2023 when a Champions Cup hammering at home to Leicester spelled the end for the 47-year-old at a club he agreed to…
Doncaster confirm signing of ex-England winger Semesa Rokoduguni
Six weeks after RugbyPass first broke the news of his impending arrival, ambitious Championship side Doncaster Knights have today …
Montpellier replace ex-England prop Williams with convicted Frenchman
Montpellier have parted ways with former England tighthead Harry Williams after just one season, as reported by RugbyPass.
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Josh Ioane becomes the latest All Black to agree move to Ireland
Chiefs flyhalf Josh Ioane has become the latest All Black to agree a move to Ireland next season by signing for Connacht.
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Highlanders reveal big change with Jamie Joseph taking over as head coach
The Highlanders have made a significant announcement before the new season with Jamie Joseph taking over as head coach.
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Salesi Rayasi departs Hurricanes as Blues and Chiefs make key re-signings
As the dust settles on the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season, it's becoming clearer what 2025 has in store, and where the opportunit…
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Fissler Confidential: Deal lined up for Willis as Bok eyes Prem move
Toulouse would like openside Jack Willis to slam the door shut on talk of a return to the Premiership by putting pen to paper on a…
Ex-Brumbies & Leicester coach Dan McKellar joins Waratahs
Former ACT Brumbies and Leicester Tigers mastermind Dan McKellar will be back coaching on Australia’s shores next season.
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England lock Josh McNally makes URC switch
Cardiff have announced the signing of former England lock Josh McNally ahead of next season.
Harlequins sign trio of international forwards
Harlequins have announced a hat-trick of international signings ahead of the 2024-25 Premiership Women’s Rugby season.
Vannes add ex-All Black to ambitious recruitment drive
Vannes continue to prepare for life in the Top 14 after signing former All Black centre Francis Saili, as predicted in Fissler Con…
Jake White's Bulls bring Sintu Manjezi back to Pretoria
The Bulls have signed Sintu Manjezi - who returns to Loftus Versfeld with a contract extending until 2028.
Clubless Jonny Gray snapped up by Top 14 giants
Scotland lock Jonny Gray has signed for Top 14 finalists Bordeaux-Begles ahead of next season, as reported by RugbyPass.
Gloucester tie down Pumas lock Matias Alemanno
Gloucester and Argentina lock Matias Alemanno has signed a new deal with the club.
Steve Boden back in rugby with Coventry
Coventry Rugby have further strengthened their coaching group with the appointment of Steve Boden as first team assistant and acad…
Will Skelton signs long-term La Rochelle with 4 other internationals
Former Australia captain Will Skelton has signed a contract extension with La Rochelle, keeping him at the Stade Marcel Deflandre …
Ex-Wallaby Carter Gordon granted early release to join NRL club Titans
Carter Gordon has officially completed an early switch from rugby union to the NRL after linking up with the Gold Coast Titans for…
Highlanders sign former All Blacks Sevens speedster among haul of young talent
The Highlanders are stocking up on even more promising young players, with five signings announced ahead of the 2025 Super Rugby P…
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La Rochelle eyeing two rising stars of French rugby - report
La Rochelle are lining up a potential double swoop for two rising stars of French rugby, Nolann le Garrec and Leo Barre, in the su…
Two France internationals among 7 Racing 92 signings before new season
Racing 92 have confirmed the deals for France loosehead prop Demba Bamba and lock Romain Taofifénua from Lyon ahead of next seaso…
Mako Vunipola to join Top 14 newcomers Vannes in statement signing
Newly promoted Top 14 outfit Vannes have announced the signing of former Saracens, England, and British & Irish Lions loosehead pr…
Dwayne Peel's former Wales coach joins his Scarlets staff
Former Wales defence and forwards coach Leigh Jones has been named the Scarlets' new rugby performance director.
Jordan Taufua exits Lyon with ambitious club reportedly lining him up
Jordan Taufua has left Lyon after three-and-a-half years with the Top 14 club.
New club finally revealed for Springbok Jasper Wiese
South Africa No8 Jasper Wiese is set to join Japan Rugby League One's Urayasu D-Rocks next season.
Wallabies defectors granted early release but there's a catch
Rugby Australia has released their Wallaby defectors from their contracts early to join the NRL - it is being reported.
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Saracens finalise Harry Wilson signing
RFU Championship 2023/24 Dream Team forward Harry Wilson is on the verge of securing a move to Saracens.
Dave Walder leaves Bristol immediately with former player taking over
Bristol Bears have announced the immediate departure of senior backs and attack skills coach Dave Walder.
Michael Hooper exits 'Australian Rugby' after failed Olympic 7s bid
Wallabies legend Michael Hooper has announced his 'immediate effect' retirement from 'Australian Rugby' - a decision confirmed by …
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Joseph Dweba to spurn Sale Sharks offer
Joseph Dweba has reportedly declined an offer of a R1 million salary increase from Sale Sharks to remain with the DHL Stormers.
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Fissler Confidential: Gloucester win tug-of-war as Glasgow enter one
Gloucester has won their tug-of-war with Japan League One big guns Yokohama Canon Eagles to keep highly-rated back row Ruan Ackerm…
Former Springbok’s son among four players signed by Hurricanes
The Hurricanes have re-signed four players ahead of next year’s Super Rugby Pacific season, including 20-year-old halfback Jordi…
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Wallaby Filipo Daugunu returns to Reds after stint with Rebels
The Queensland Reds have announced their second off-season signing of the week after revealing that Wallabies utility Filipo Daugu…
Ex-England centre Billy Twelvetrees calls time on his career
Former England international Billy Twelvetrees has announced his retirement from rugby at the age of 35.
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International
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Simon Mannix's Portugal swoop to recruit Olivier Azam
Portugal is getting their muskets ready for the Summer Internationals, and to boost their chances of a positive tour to South Afri…
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