Share

Springbok, Stormers star in high demand abroad

Cape Town - Stormers and Springbok lock Pieter-Steph du Toit is reportedly in high demand overseas.

Netwerk24 reported on Sunday that a few high-profile overseas clubs have officially notified the Cape franchise of their interest in the player.

The Afrikaans website did not reveal the names of the clubs but noted that processes to recruit Du Toit had started.

The report added that the offers on the table would make it highly unlikely for SA Rugby and Western Province to be able to compete for Du Toit's services.

Du Toit is contracted to Western Province until the end of the 2019 season which means he could leave after this year's Rugby World Cup.

The 26-year-old, who can operate at lock and flank, has played 46 Tests for the Springboks between 2013 and 2018.

He could be one of several stars to leave the Stormers at the end of the season.

French club Toulon announced late last year that lock Eben Etzebeth would join them, while a recent report linked prop Steven Kitshoff to Sale Sharks in England.

Captain Siya Kolisi has also been linked with the Panasonic Wild Knights in Japan.

We live in a world where facts and fiction get blurred
Who we choose to trust can have a profound impact on our lives. Join thousands of devoted South Africans who look to News24 to bring them news they can trust every day. As we celebrate 25 years, become a News24 subscriber as we strive to keep you informed, inspired and empowered.
Join News24 today
heading
description
username
Show Comments ()
Voting Booth
How much would you be prepared to pay for a ticket to watch the Springboks play against the All Blacks at Ellis Park or Cape Town Stadium this year?
Please select an option Oops! Something went wrong, please try again later.
Results
R0 - R200
33% - 1816 votes
R200 - R500
32% - 1774 votes
R500 - R800
19% - 1082 votes
R800 - R1500
8% - 459 votes
R1500 - R2500
3% - 186 votes
I'd pay anything! It's the Boks v All Blacks!
5% - 252 votes
Vote
Editorial feedback and complaints

Contact the public editor with feedback for our journalists, complaints, queries or suggestions about articles on News24.

LEARN MORE