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Clement Mazella
Published on Nov 5, 2024 at 6:32 a.m.
The file of n°10this is one of the big projects in Clermont’s next recruitment. The ASM will lose Benjamin Urdapilleta, and it would like hit a big blow in this position for next season. For a time, the track leading to the Englishman George Ford was hot, but it would have cooled down seriously. Other leads were activated, one leading to an Irishman, another to a New Zealander.
Clermont: who will be number 10 next year?
George Ford, 31 years old and 97 caps, had a very sad end to the England-All Blacks match. Faulty in defense on Telea’s try in the 76th, he then missed the victory, then the victory drop. Ford nonetheless remains a high-level No. 10, a strong manager, and strong footed.
For Clermont, this would be a great opportunity. But according to our information, the track has cooled down. Especially since if Ford were to sign in France, he would no longer be able to play for the XV de la Rose, and coach Steve Borthwick showed a certain interest in him.
One of the names also circulating for the position of No. 10 in Clermont is the New Zealander Harry Plummer (26 years old; 1 selection). But having won his first cap last September (against Australia), and called in reinforcements for the autumn tour for the clash against Ireland, Plummer would sense an international future, and finally decide to stay in the country, he who currently plays for the Auckland Blues.
According to information fromAt the time of RugbyClermont would have entered into discussions with the Irish opener of Leinster Ross Byrne (29 years old, 22 caps). The latter, not closed to the idea of joining the Top 14, is also in contact with Montpellier. The MHR would have the advantage in this matter, especially since it would be at a standstill with the South African Herschel Jantjies.
Enzo Hervé closer and closer
Another file to manage for Clermont, but this time internally: that of Anthony Belleau. The latter is at the end of his contract in June 2025, and his future is still unclear. The question of an extension arises.
As indicated by At the time of RugbyClermont would be interested in the profile ofEnzo Hervé. The Toulonnais, who has an optional year in his contract, would not have been insensitive to the Auvergne sirens, and an agreement would seem quite close. The ASM was aiming for a No. 10 JIFF.
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