Faf de Klerk to take up a contract in the northern hemisphere
Springbok and Lions scrumhalf is the latest high-profile South African player to quit the country
Springbok and Lions scrumhalf Faf de Klerk is the latest high-profile South African player to quit the country and take up a contract in the northern hemisphere. On Monday English club side Sale Sharks claimed that they had signed the lively halfback on a three-year deal as part of their ambitious plans to become a top club in the English Premier League. Director of rugby Steve Diamond said De Klerk‚ who has 11 Bok caps‚ was a key player in their push to challenge the country’s elite teams in the coming seasons. But the Golden Lions Rugby Union would not confirm the move on Monday. Lions Rugby Company CE Rudolf Straeuli said: "Negotiations are under way and I have not signed anything regarding the offer to De Klerk. "The team is focused on their third game on tour and an official announcement will only be made once they are back." However, Sale confirmed the move, although they did not specify when De Klerk would join the club. "I am made up that Faf has decided to join us next seas...
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