France over All Blacks? Rugby prospect signs with Toulon, snubs NZ interest

France over All Blacks? Rugby prospect signs with Toulon, snubs NZ interest

Highly rated French back-rower Patrick Tuifua has signed for Toulon on a three-year deal despite interest from New Zealand, the Top 14 club said on Thursday.

On Thursday, the RCT announced the signing for three years of the promising third line, international U20, which has been evolving so far at the Hawkes Bay Magpies in New Zealand.

France win tug-of-war with All Blacks as ‘most sought-after’ youngster joins Top 14 powerhouse

In a blow to the Hurricanes and All Blacks, U20 sensation Patrick Tuifua has decided his future joining Top 14 giants Toulon.

📰 French youngster Patrick Tuifua to join Toulon despite All Blacks interest

Highly rated French back-rower Patrick Tuifua has signed for Toulon on a three-year deal despite interest from New Zealand, the Top 14 club said on Thursday. New Caledonia-born Tuifua has been at the Hurricanes’ academy in Wellington since 2022 having originally moved to New Zealand aged 15, making him eligible for the All Blacks on residency grounds. The 20-year-old played for France at last year’s under-20’s Six Nations but decided to stay in …

It's a huge blow that RC Toulon has just made in the transfer market. The Var club has won the signature for the next three seasons of the third 20-year-old Patrick Tuifua, considered to be a great hope of the French rugby, but also courted by the All Blacks. "We are very happy to welcome Patrick Tuifua into the RCT. His athletic arrangements and his ability to cross will make it a valuable asset for the team. His arrival is part of the dynamic …

Young star opts for France over All Blacks

Highly rated French loose forward Patrick Tuifua signs for Toulon on a three-year deal despite interest from New Zealand. New Caledonia-born Tuifua has been at the Hurricanes’ academy in Wellington since 2022 having originally moved to New Zealand aged 15, making him eligible for the All Blacks on residency grounds. The 20-year-old played for France at last year’s U20 Six Nations but decided to stay in New Zealand to play club rugby having caugh…