Vannes, recently promoted to the Top 14, could strike a big blow on the transfer market by attracting Mako Vunipola to its ranks. The RCV, which is already eyeing Filipo Nakosi and Julien Hériteau, intends to strengthen its group to remain in the elite.
The English international left pillar, who has 79 selections with the XV de la Rose, is in advanced discussions with the Breton club according to Midi Olympique. An official offer has been sent to him, and his arrival would mark an important step in Vannes’ preparation for its first season in the elite.
RUGBY. Billy Vunipola doesn’t know ‘when to stop’: confession of a warrior in a minefieldMako Vunipola, loyal to Saracens since 2001 despite offers from France, Japan and Super Rugby, could take advantage of this opportunity to discover a new championshipthus joining several of his compatriots in France.
Owen Farrell, Kyle Sinclair, Lewis Ludlam and his brother Billy Vunipola will also play in the Top 14, while Jonny May and Courtney Lawes opted for Pro D2.
This potential recruit would be added to a series of strategic movements by RC Vannes, who has already signed Fabrice Metz. Without forgetting that Thibault Debaes will ultimately stay at the club until 2027 after being loaned by Pau and then released.
RUGBY. TRANSFER. Two well-known players from the Top 14 to strengthen the Vannes attack line?However, not all strengthening projects will come to fruition for Vannes. Kane Douglas, also targeted by the club, will not wear Breton colors next season.
On the other hand, the three-quarter center of Racing 92, Francis Saili, seems increasingly close to signing for two years, according to Midol. RugbyPass for its part claims that Hugh drink, the left pillar of Colomiers, would also have been approached.
The potential arrival of Mako Vunipola could therefore not only strengthen the Vannes scrum, but also inspire the entire team in this new adventure in the Top 14. Breton supporters can already dream of a memorable seasonfull of promises and new challenges.
