Several Japanese sides were also reportedly interested in World Rugby Player of the Year Pieter-Steph du Toit.
Pieter-Steph du Toit of the Stormers during the 2020 Super Rugby training session.JOHANNESBURG - World Rugby Player of the Year Pieter-Steph du Toit has opted to remain at South African club the Western Stormers, ending speculation of a big-money move to France or Japan.
When SA Rugby announced coronavirus-induced pay cuts for all local-based stars, they were given three weeks to choose between remaining at their clubs or moving abroad. "Pieter-Steph wanted to stay at Western Province, he is a true team man who is integral to our plans," said board member Andre van der Veen.The South African media reported that Montpellier had offered Du Toit R75 million for a three-year deal, but the French club denied any interest.
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