After three seasons marked by high-level performances in the Stade Rochelais jersey, Teddy Thomas announced his departure at the end of the season to join Stade Toulousain. The international winger, aged 31, spoke about this difficult but carefully considered choice, which marks a turning point in his career. In an interview for Midi Olympique, Teddy Thomas explained the reasons for his transfer by formalizing his transfer to the “rouge et noir.” “It was a difficult decision because I have been playing at La Rochelle for three years now, a club where I feel good and where the group trusts me. It's never easy to leave a club. Unfortunately, there is also the contractual part that comes into play, and Stade Toulouse made me a much more attractive offer in terms of contract years.” explains the Stade Rochelais winger.
A choice guided by the sporting project and stability
Teddy Thomas explained the reasons for his transfer. “I always admired Toulouse when I was young, and when a club of this standing calls you to offer you a three-year contract, it's still difficult to refuse. I spoke about it with La Rochelle, they always been aware of my discussions with Toulouse Despite this, they preferred to offer me only two years. I respect and I understand this decision, but that is why I will leave at the end of the season at Stade Toulouse. says Thomas. Before joining Toulouse, Teddy Thomas remains focused on his objectives with La Rochelle. The team begin their Champions Cup campaign on Friday, with a trip to Bath. The winger intends to give everything to end on a positive note. “For the moment, it's not in my head. I have a lot of things left to do here, and I hope I can give the best of myself to leave this club with my head held high. It's a additional motivation for me to leave my mark on my time at Stade Rochelais and to leave in the best possible way”; expresses Teddy Thomas who wants to end his La Rochelle adventure in the best possible way.
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After three seasons marked by high-level performances in the Stade Rochelais jersey, Teddy Thomas announced his departure at the end of the season to join Stade Toulousain. The international winger, aged 31, spoke about this difficult but carefully considered choice.
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