By Zuko Komisa
Siya Kolisi is set to join French club Racing 92.
Siya Kolisi, the captain of the Springboks, is the newest South African celebrity to depart for Europe.
Kolisi claims that his desire to spend more time with his family was a major factor in his choice in an emotional statement posted on his social media profile.
The 31-year-old flanker has played his whole 11-year professional career at home; this will be his first assignment outside of South Africa.
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Kolisi thanked Racing 92 and the Sharks for their support.
“It has been an incredible collaborative effort between the Sharks and Racing 92 that has enabled me to start a new chapter in my career. I want to give a massive thanks to the Sharks for welcoming me with open arms in 2021 while their support over the last couple of years has been hugely influential during a key period in my career.
“I am immensely appreciative that the Sharks have given me their blessing to make this move, and it goes without saying that I will continue to give my all for the team over the next few months.”
My statement on joining @racing92 after the 2023 Rugby World Cup. pic.twitter.com/bxR8YOkA54
— Siya Kolisi (@SiyaKolisi) January 3, 2023
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