“Either I extend or I leave”, Christophe Urios’ ultimatum to Clermont

In an interview with La Montagne, the ASM manager discussed his future, as his contract ends at the end of the season. And his position is clear: either the Auvergne club extends his contract for three seasons, or he will go elsewhere.

“I consider my contract to end in June 2025. I will not do the +1 (an additional season optional, Editor’s note), warns Christophe Urios. So either I extend or I move on to another project.” Before completing: “I need to have a clear idea of ​​the project, to have a certain freedom of operation, otherwise it doesn’t work.”

I want to continue the adventure, but all the tracks have to be aligned.

He acknowledges that Clermont’s results at the start of the season will be decisive in the decision. “Of course! But we won’t wait until the end of November to extend or not extend, it’s very dangerous. I want to continue the adventure, but all the options have to be aligned.”

During the press conference preceding the reception of Section Paloise on the first day of the Top 14 (Saturday at 4:30 p.m.), Christophe Urios was confident about the level of his team.This season I want to see new things. I want our approach to rugby to change. Last year we weren’t bold enough. I feel like we’re moving forward and the mindset of this group is going in the right direction.»