Formers Stormers and Sharks wing Kobus van Wyk has parted ways with English club Leicester Tigers with immediate effect. Photo: Twitter @LeicesterTigers
Former Stormers and Sharks flyer leaves Leicester Tigers, back in Mzansi
Formers Stormers and Sharks wing Kobus van Wyk has parted ways with English club Leicester Tigers with immediate effect.
Formers Stormers and Sharks wing Kobus van Wyk has parted ways with English club Leicester Tigers with immediate effect. Photo: Twitter @LeicesterTigers
Kobus van Wyk has parted ways with English club Leicester Tigers with immediate effect and the former Junior Springbok is reported already back in South Africa.
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Van Wyk, 30, represented the Baby Boks in 2012.
He made his debut for the Tigers in October 2020 and played a total of 18 matches for the club.
Prior to Leicester Tigers, Van Wyk played for the Stormers and Sharks
Prior to joining Leicester, Van Wyk played for the Hurricanes in New Zealand and also had spells with the Stormers and Sharks and a brief stay at French club Bordeaux-Begles.
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In a statement, the club said: “Leicester have agreed to terms with Kobus van Wyk, allowing the outside-back an early release from his contract with the club. The 30-year-old has made 18 appearances for the club since his debut in October 2020. Kobus van Wyk’s release is effective immediately.”
Leicester boss Steve Borthwick added: “I want to thank Kobus for his contribution to our club during his time in Leicester. He joined us at the start of this journey we are on and has played a part in building the foundations for what is to come at Tigers. I wish him and his family all the best for the next chapter.”
Leicester Tigers are currently top of the Gallagher Premiership standings
