Mike Prendergast to join Racing 92's coaching staff next season

Racing 92 have released a statement confirming changes in their coaching staff for next season.

The French club has appointed former Munster scrum-half Mike Prendergast as backs and attack coach on a long-term contract.

Prendergast will join the club on a four-year contract after a year with Stade Français.

The move across Paris will see him link up with former Ireland internationals Simon Zebo and Donnacha Ryan.

Racing 92 have also confirmed that Laurent Travers will take over as director of rugby, with Patricio Noriegia appointed forwards coach, Chris Masoe appointed defence coach, and Philippe Doussy appointed kicking and skills coach.