Kleyn to Join Gloucester After 10 Years with Munster

Kleyn to join Gloucester after 10 years with Munster

Munster lock Jean Kleyn is to join Gloucester next season after a 10-year spell with the Irish province.

Jean Kleyn to depart Munster at end of season for English Premiership outfit

Kleyn, 33, in August, was offered a contract to extend his stay at Munster into at least an 11th season following his 2016 move from the Stormers.

Departure from Munster of Jean Kleyn

IN a surprise announcement, World Cup winner (with South Africa 2023) Jean Kleyn is to leave Munster and join Gloucester at the end of the season. Now in his 10thth year at the province, Kleyn (32) will go down as one of the province’s most successful overseas signings. To date, the 6’8” lock has made 160 appearances for the province, scoring 15 tries. Munster Rugby general manager Ian Costello said: “Jean is an exceptional character and represe…

Jean Kleyn rejects new Munster contract as he agrees to join Gloucester

It’s understood the 2023 World Cup winner has agreed a three-year deal in England.