In the world of professional rugby, the future of technicians is often up in the air, depending on the contracts and opportunities that present themselves. Antoine Battut, the manager of the sidelines of the Montpellier club, is one of these professionals at the crossroads. Let’s explore the recent developments regarding its future in the industry.
The Future of Antoine Battut in Suspense
As the end date of his contract approached next June, Antoine Battut, centerpiece of the Montpellier side, remained uncertain about his professional future. The situation was all the more intriguing as for several months he had been the subject of marked interest from another prestigious Top 14 club.
The Interest of Bordeaux-Bègles
Indeed, the Bordeaux-Bègles Union had a keen interest in the skills of Antoine Battut. This is not surprising when we know that Yannick Bru, in charge of the Bordeaux team, maintains an excellent relationship with the Montpellier technician and envisaged a fruitful collaboration.
The Final Decision in Montpellier
However, according to a recent publication relayed by the daily L'Équipe this Tuesday, Antoine Battut has decided to continue the adventure with Montpellier. An agreement was reportedly reached with the club authorities, stipulating an extension of his commitment for two additional years, taking him until June 2027.
Repercussions for Bordeaux and Montpellier
This news is a real relief for Montpellier and for Joan Caudullo, the manager who greatly appreciates the collaboration with Antoine Battut. At the same time, Bordeaux-Bègles made the decision to maintain Shaun Sowerby, a technician who perfectly meets the expectations set by the club.
Finally, Montpellier had taken precautions by meeting various other technicians to compensate for a possible departure of Battut. These steps clearly show the importance given to this function within the team.
