Dillyn Leyds and Raymond Rhule crowned Euro champions with La Rochelle. Photo: Screenshot.
Springbok pledges future to French club with new big-money deal
This Springbok speedster has signed a lucrative long-term extension with French giants, La Rochelle.
Dillyn Leyds and Raymond Rhule crowned Euro champions with La Rochelle. Photo: Screenshot.
On Wednesday it was confirmed that experienced Springbok wing, Dillyn Leyds, will remain a La Rochelle player for another three years.
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LEYDS COMMITS TO LA ROCHELLE
Dillyn Leyds has signed a new three-year deal that will see him remain at the Stade Marcel-Deflandre until the end of the 2026 season.
Capable of playing wing, fullback or in midfield, the 10-cap Springbok has scored 26 tries in 78 appearances for the Yellow and Black since joining from the Stormers in 2020.
The 31-year-old played a key role, along with fellow Bok Raymond Rhule, for Ronan O’Gara’s men in winning back-to-back Champions Cup titles (2021-22, 2022-23).
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WHAT THE SPRINGBOK HAD TO SAY
“I am very happy to continue my adventure within this extraordinary club. A club that became my family, far from home, and a city that made me feel like one of its own,” Leyds told La Rochelle’s official website.
“Thank you to the supporters for always supporting me, for always supporting us. It’s always special for me to play at Deflandre in front of our passionate supporters,” the Springbok added.
You have already given me incredible memories and I hope that together we can continue to create more.
“I am honoured to play at Stade Rochelais for three more seasons!”
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