Top 14: more than two months after his operation, Jake McIntyre returned to collective training with the USAP

In recent weeks, good news has been rare when we talk about the USAP infirmary. But this Thursday, during the traditional weekly training open to the press, Jake McIntyre’s return to the field could be appreciated.

In the infirmary since September 28 and his pectoral muscle rupture against Clermont, the Australian opener is on the right track. Operated at the beginning of October, he responded perfectly to the protocol program for his rehabilitation. And, this week, he was able to find the collective again. Without real contact, but with offensive and defensive situations to negotiate. As well as passing and kicking workshops.

It is impossible, to date, to say when number 10 will be able to play again in competition with the USAP. “It’s a little early to say. In terms of time, we are within reasonable limits. Now, it is rather his feelings and the feelings of the medical which will be important in order not to take risks and bad decisions . But we’re pretty confident about what he’s doing at the moment.”explained Franck Azéma at a press conference. His return is near. Perhaps for the next European Cup break in mid-January, or for the trip to Lyon.

Bruce Devaux is recovered

Note that left pillar Bruce Devaux has definitely left the infirmary. But he will not yet be on the match sheet in Paris on Saturday, the staff prefers to give themselves one more week for the return of the former Toulon player. “I think we’re on target with Bruce. We wouldn’t take any risks if we put him on the sheet in Paris, but we want trying to find the best timing for the player’s confidence, and the balance that we want to have in our lines to be able to be effective”detailed Azéma. Maybe against La Rochelle on the next day (Sunday December 29 at 6 p.m.)?