Confirmation from Damian de Allende that he is leaving Munster at the end of the season hardly comes as a surprise. It was always felt that the 30-year-old Springboks World Cup winner would finish his stay after two seasons and most likely head back to club rugby in Japan.
A rugby player’s career is short and not especially remunerative for what they give to the sport, so good luck to him. It was also refreshing to hear a straight answer to a straight question as to his future.
“I’m not staying, but it hasn’t been confirmed where I’m going. I’m not staying in Europe, so I’m definitely not going to Bath. I haven’t spoken to anyone at Bath.
“I will not be staying in Europe as of the end of the season …

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