Maxime Mermoz is a quick and elusive centre, capable of breaking the gainline with ease. He began his career with Toulouse, but having struggled to cement a regular place moved to Perpignan in 2008 where he immediately became a fans' favourite, and was part of the 2009 team that won the Top 14. His France debut came in 2008 away to Australia. Injury prevented him from making an impression in the 2011 Six Nations.