Gaëtan Barlotthe hooker of the Castres Olympicis at the heart of transfer rumors. Even under contract with Castres until June 2025, several clubs of the Top 14 are making eyes at him.
The temptation of Lyon averted
Gaëtan Barlot was very close to leaving Castres to join the LOU Rugby. The Lyon leaders, in search of a replacement for Liam Coltman who is leaving this summer, had made Barlot their priority. But, after reflection, he decided to remain loyal to Castres, at least until the end of his contract.
UBB in ambush
Even though he has chosen to stay in Castres for the moment, interest in Barlot is not waning.
Rugby Scapular reveals that Bordeaux-Bègles Union (UBB) is also in the running. With a release voucher this season and his contract ending next year, Barlot could consider a move to Bordeaux. Attention, the French Stadium is also making eyes at him, so we’ll see what Gaëtan decides.
What decision for the future?
The question remains: what will Gaëtan Barlot ? Stay in Castres until the end of his contract or try a new challenge elsewhere in the Top 14? Everything will depend on the performances of the next season and the offers that materialize.
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