New Zealand rugby star joins Pau in the top 14
Sam Whitelock, the second most capped player in history with New Zealand, will join Pau at number 14. The second row, already two-time world champions, has signed a two-year contract with FC Bern. Thus, he joins his brother Luke.
FC Bern announced on Wednesday that the world champions in the second row with New Zealand, Sam Whitelock, have signed a two-year contract with Pau, who will join him after the World Cup, where he will find his little brother Luke. The All Black sector returns in Béarn. After center Conrad Smith and opener Colin Slade, it’s Sam Whitelock’s turn (34), another world champion, to join Henry IV City.
The All Black with 143 caps, regular captain, is the player with the most active caps and third all-time behind compatriot Richie McCaw (148) and Welshman Alun Wyn Jones (158). He won Super Rugby 4 times and won the Rugby Championship seven times.
“Trusted Brand”
His manager, Sebastian Piceronis, declared that it was a great privilege and a great mark of confidence to welcome Sam Whitlock to the department. Although our project relies on a young and promising workforce, we have always wanted to oversee it with experienced players. More join us but not least. The experience, toughness, professionalism and competitive spirit that drives Sam will bring a lot to the club.”
At Pau, which will be his second overseas experience after his 2019 freelance stint in Japan, Sam Whitelock will find his brother Luke (32 years, 7 caps). “I can’t wait to discover rugby in France and take on this challenge,” he commented on the club’s press release. “It’s great to be able to play with my brother in the same team rather than against each other. My family and I are looking forward to discovering French culture and learning the language.”
Joe Simmonds has already been recruited
On Tuesday, Pau Division, which secured its maintenance in Sunday’s Top 14 marking its 26th and final day, announced the appointment of England opener Joe Symonds from Exeter. In addition, Béarnais have extended the contracts of two of their international players who will compete in the World Cup this fall: Argentine striker Ignacio Calles signed until 2025 and Tongan striker Siate Tokolahi until 2024 with an option for an extra year. .
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