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Johann Van Graan Remains Coy On RG Snyman To Bath Speculation

Johann Van Graan Remains Coy On RG Snyman To Bath Speculation

By Colman Stanley Updated Dec 05, 2023 11:00 PM

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Munster announced during the week that RG Snyman will be leaving at the end of the season, following an injury ravaged four years at the province.

His stay has not been in vain, however, as he did help Munster secure their first trophy since 2011 when they defeated the Stormers last May in the final of the URC.

With Jean Kleyn declaring for South Africa, Munster were looking at a situation where they would lose both NIQ second rows, but they have managed to secure Kleyn for another two years.

RG Snyman Trading Munster For Bath?

Early reports have said that Snyman is expected to sign for Bath, but when asked about the situation, former Munster head coach and current Bath head coach, Johann van Grann, would neither confirm or deny the speculation.

I presume you are talking about RG Snyman. He’s a player I’ve coached since his schooldays. I’ve coached him with South Africa and Munster. I’m never going to look at any media reports or speculation… No comment at this stage

We are already doing our research into the squad for next season.

READ HERE: The Compelling Case For Craig Casey To Be The Next Munster Captain

What JvG actually said: "I presume you are talking about RG Snyman. He’s a player I’ve coached since his schooldays. I’ve coached him with South Africa and Munster. I’m never going to look at any media reports or speculation… No comment at this stage." @bathrugby #RGSnyman

— Kevin Coughlan (@KevinFCoughlan) December 3, 2023

You can read Munster's statement on Kleyn and Snyman below:

"Jean Kleyn has signed a two-year contract extension.

"Munster Rugby can confirm that Jean Kleyn, John Hodnett and Liam Coombes have all signed contract extensions with the province.

"Kleyn, who won the World Cup with South Africa last month, and Hodnett have both signed two-year extensions with Coombes signing a one-year deal.

"The province can also confirm that RG Snyman will depart Munster for a new playing opportunity on completion of his contract at the end of the season.

"Named Munster Men’s Player of the Year for 2022/23, Kleyn made his first appearance of the campaign against Leinster at the weekend.

"He has played 137 games for Munster since making his debut against Scarlets in 2016.

"Last year was a standout campaign as he made 24 starts, more than anyone else in the squad, including 19 starts in-a-row to finish the season as Munster clinched the URC title.

"A hugely popular figure at the province, Snyman won his second World Cup with the Springboks last month.

"He has twice returned from long-term injuries during his time at Munster and played an important role last season, making six appearances in the province’s charge to the URC title.

"He is currently sidelined after undergoing surgery on a chest/shoulder injury."