TRANSFER. TOP 14. A Stade Toulousain international in the sights of Bordeaux and Bayonne?

The talented Japanese scrum half from Stade Toulousain, Naoto Saito, is the center of all attention. While he only signed for one season with the French champions, he is attracting the interest of ambitious clubs like Aviron Bayonnais and Union Bordeaux-Bègles, according to information from La Dépêche.

Two teams who want to strengthen their hinge with a lively, technical player with an excellent reading of the game. Arriving during the absence of Antoine Dupont, Saito was able to find a place in Toulouse in the space of a few matches.

His performances since the start of the season, but against his French teammate with Japan, have confirmed his full potential. Fast and clever, he brings a real alternative to the stadium rotation, seducing his teammates and the staff with his professionalism.

Bayonne dreams of the rare pearl

Bayonne, in search of a rise in power, would see in Saito a key piece to energize its workforce. But Rowing is not alone in this: Bordeaux, accustomed to playing the leading roles, would also have positioned itself. The competition is tough to attract a player of such quality.

TRANSFER. UBB in search of a number 9: 2 southern internationals targetedFaced with this growing interest, Stade Toulousain does not intend to let this happen. According to several sources, the club has already started discussions to extend the Japanese international's contract. Saito is considered an important element in preparing for the future.

Towards an extension?

Beyond his qualities on the pitch, Saito has integrated perfectly into the stadium collective. Discreet but charismatic, he is unanimously appreciated in the locker room. This alchemy could weigh in the balance when making your choice. In Toulouse, the family atmosphere and the long-term project could be decisive.

If Bayonne and Bordeaux dream of enlisting him, Saito nevertheless seems to be leaning towards an extension with Stade Toulousain. The red and black club, aware of his potential, could offer him sufficient sporting and financial guarantees to convince him to stay.