A French Nationale 2 club is recruiting quality players across multiple positions for the 2027/2028 season. With ambitions of promotion to Nationale, the club is looking to strengthen its squad with experienced, high-quality players capable of competing at a high level.

POSITIONS REQUIRED

FORWARDS

• No. 1 | Loosehead Prop: Starter or quality third-choice option.
• No. 3 | Tighthead Prop: Starter or quality third-choice option.
• No. 4 / No. 7 | Lock / Flanker: Versatile second-row or back-row player – a lineout jumper of at least 1.95m.
• No. 5 | Lock: Solid second-row player, ideally 2.00m or taller.
• No. 8 | Number Eight: Strong ball carrier.

BACKS

• No. 9 | Scrum-half: Starter or quality third-choice option.
• No. 12 / No. 13 | Centre: High-quality ball carrier capable of carrying strongly into contact.
• No. 11 / No. 14 / No. 15 | Back Three: High-speed players with strong aerial ability.

OPPORTUNITY DETAILS

Country: France
League: Nationale 2
Season: 2027/2028
Recruitment: Upcoming season – Club is reviewing profiles
Club Ambition: Promotion to Nationale
Positions: Multiple forward and backline positions

PLAYER ELIGIBILITY

The club is seeking players who can strengthen its squad and contribute to its ambition of achieving promotion to Nationale.

Suitable candidates should demonstrate:

• Proven playing ability at a professional or high performance level.
• Position-specific technical skills and tactical awareness.
• Strong physical attributes suited to their position.
• A professional attitude and commitment to team performance.

The club is open to reviewing the following player profiles:

• Top French Players.
• JIFF Qualified Players, currently playing in France at Nationale level.
• Top Overseas Players, with exceptional athletic ability & technical skill.

PLAYER PROFILE

Front Row (No. 1 & No. 3)

• Strong scrummaging technique.
• Experience competing at a high level.
• Ability to contribute consistently at set-piece time.
• Suitable quality to compete for a starting position or provide reliable depth.

Second Row / Back Row (No. 4, No. 5, No. 7 & No. 8)

• Lineout jumpers measuring at least 1.95 m for the versatile No. 4 / No. 7 role.
• Solid second-row players around 2.00 m or taller for the No. 5 position.
• Strong ball-carrying ability for the No. 8 position.
• Physicality, work rate and defensive effectiveness.

Scrum-half (No. 9)

• High-quality service and decision-making.
• Strong game management and communication.
• Ability to compete for a starting role or provide reliable squad depth.

Centres (No. 12 & No. 13)

• Powerful ball carriers who can make ground through contact.
• Strong attacking and defensive capabilities.
• Ability to create opportunities and break defensive lines.

Back Three (No. 11, No. 14 & No. 15)

• High-speed players with acceleration and finishing ability.
• Strong aerial skills under the high ball.
• Reliable positional awareness and defensive coverage.

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY COULD BE IN FRANCE

Are you looking for your next rugby opportunity in France? A Nationale 2 club with ambitions of promotion is looking to strengthen its squad for the 2027/2028 season.

If you have the quality, physical attributes and experience to contribute to a promotion-chasing team, this could be your opportunity.

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