TOP 14 – According to him, Cheslin Kolbe will remain in Toulon until 2024 “at least”. Announced at the start before the expiry of his contract, the South African full-back should therefore remain faithful to his commitment to Rade, thus completely reshuffling the cards of Toulon’s engagement.
Cheslin Kolbe will be Toulonnais until 2024 “at least”. The 2019 world champion declared at Var-Matin that he would stay in Rade for another year. “I’m happy to be able to clarify: I only have my head in Toulon. I’m here and that at least until 2024.” Good news for Toulon fans who will still be able to watch the Springbok spinning hooks for another season.
Having made five appearances for AC Milan this season, the 29-year-old winger has scored two tries. Since arriving in Toulon in the summer of 2021, Kolbe has spared no injuries and has been selected several times with the Springboks. Absences that had raised questions about the future of the Springbok on the shores of the Mediterranean.
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Last summer, the Stormers notably offered a golden bridge for the former Toulouse player. A five-year contract, at €600,000 a season and a job for his wife had been particularly mentioned in the South African press. Last November, a Japanese League One franchise had also positioned themselves on Cheslin Kolbe to attract a new Springbok to the Land of the Rising Sun, after Malcolm Marx, RG Snyman or Faf de Klerk. “I love my life here, this club, this group and I’m not going to join Japan or any other club.” explains the main interested party.
Kolbe’s announcement also changes RCT’s plans on the transfer market, which had especially targeted Matthieu Jalibert in the event of the world champion’s departure. As a reminder, the RCT has already formalized the arrival of Selevasio Tolofua for next season.
