Springboks Coach Rassie Erasmus in Contract Talks as Overseas Clubs Show Interest
- Rassie Erasmus is in contract extension talks with SA Rugby, with his current deal set to end after the 2027 Rugby World Cup
- Two overseas clubs are reportedly eyeing the Springboks coach, potentially looking to lure him away
- Erasmus wants clarity on the future of his entire coaching team, whose contracts also expire in 2027
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus is reportedly in negotiations with SA Rugby (SARU) over a possible contract extension beyond the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Erasmus’ current deal is set to expire after the global showpiece, but Rapport reports that at least two overseas clubs are closely monitoring the situation and could make a move for the 58-year-old.
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Sources suggest Erasmus is seeking clarity not only on his future but also on the status of his coaching staff, whose contracts also end in 2027. These include Mzwandile Stick, Daan Human, Felix Jones, Jerry Flannery, Deon Davids, Tony Brown, roving coach Duane Vermeulen, and National Laws Advisor Jaco Peyper.
Erasmus has been involved with the Springboks’ coaching setup since 2018, guiding South Africa to World Cup glory in 2019 as head coach and serving as director of rugby. Under his leadership, the Boks have maintained a winning rate of nearly 74%, the sixth-best in team history.
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With speculation mounting and foreign clubs circling, pressure is building on SARU to secure Erasmus’ services beyond 2027.
The Springboks have kicked off their 2025 campaign in dominant fashion, securing wins over the Barbarians, Georgia, and Italy (twice). The team now shifts focus to back-to-back clashes against the Wallabies on home soil.
What did Erasmus say about injuries in the squad?
Erasmus confirmed that there are no major injury concerns in the current squad ahead of the upcoming Rugby Championship, where South Africa will look to defend its title.
The Springboks are set to face the Wallabies in back-to-back clashes, beginning at Ellis Park before the return fixture at DHL Stadium in Cape Town. The squad has been trimmed to 37 players, all of whom have gathered in Johannesburg for a two-week conditioning camp.
What did Erasmus say about the Springboks' injury concerns?
Erasmus addressed the media with updates on player fitness, noting that only minor niggles exist within the camp.
“Canan Moodie has a bit of a hand issue, an infection, but it should be cleared up by Monday. He is already training with us again,” Erasmus said.
“As for Cheslin [Kolbe], he had a slight knee issue, but he seems okay. Hopefully, he’ll be back to full training soon.”
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Aside from Moodie and Kolbe, Erasmus confirmed that the remaining 35 players, along with the three Junior Boks invited to the camp, are all fit and training well.
The coach also touched on longer-term absentees, including Bulls prop Gerhard Steenekamp, who has yet to feature for the Boks this year.
SA Rugby mourns former Springboks captain.
Briefly News previously reported that a former Springboks captain passed away on Monday morning after a long illness. The player who was born in Zimbabwe was instrumental even after retirement as both a coach and an administrator.
He has been described by South African Rugby as a leader in the game of rugby and has left an incredible legacy behind.
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