Premiership club has entered the race to sign Scottish powerhouse Duhan Van der Merwe
11/03/2024 03:16 PM
RUCK sources believe that Bath has set its sights on Duhan van der Merwe, the Scotland and British & Irish Lions powerhouse.
But here's the catch: to make room for the prolific winger, Bath might have to make a tough call—potentially letting go of Joe Cokanasiga to stay within their salary cap.
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Duhan's Journey: A Blockbuster Homecoming on Hold?
Fans were buzzing about a possible return for the 29-year-old van der Merwe, who hails from George, Western Cape. He hasn't played for a South African team since he left the Bulls seven years ago to kick off his European career with Montpellier.
Top 14 Temptation? Duhan in Talks Across the Channel
Van der Merwe, Scotland's all-time try-scoring sensation, has reportedly been speaking to multiple Top 14 clubs about a potential move across the channel next summer. The lure of France's top league is strong, and he's certainly drawing interest from several teams.
Stormers Slam the Brakes on Rumours
Reports in Rapport had suggested that the Stormers were looking for outside investment to fund a signing, as van der Merwe wouldn't qualify for central funding with the Springboks. But Stormers CEO Johan le Roux quickly shut down these rumors, telling News24 that the club is "not in the market" and prefers to "look within their own region to identify and develop their wings."
From Bulls to Bath? A Look Back at Van der Merwe's Career
The powerful winger's journey has spanned continents. After his early days with the Bulls, he moved to Montpellier, rose to prominence with Worcester Warriors, and became a record-breaking force for Scotland. What's next?]"Brutally targeted" – Five players who flopped in the opening round of the Autumn Nations Series
Here's a look at five players who'll want to leave their performances behind after the All Blacks defeated England and Scotland routed Fiji in the Autumn Nations Series opener.
Ellis Genge (England)
Guardian 5/10: “Back from calf injury and gassed by Tele'a for first try. Embraced the blitz defence but beaten by Jordan too easily as well.”
Telegraph 5/10: “Brutally targeted by the All Blacks for their opening tries by Tele'a and Jordan. Rule of thumb: don't leave your prop exposed against All Black outside backs.”
Ben Spencer (England)
Guardian 5/10: “First start at 32 and looked nervous, caught out at one ruck on his own 22 and charged down. Settled thereafter but not the statement showing he'd have liked.”
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