Wasps' star young lock off to Toulouse

Thibaud Flament, Wasps’ 23 year old, 2.03m, 110kg second-row, has confirmed that he will be joining French Top 14 side Toulouse.

Flament’s form has been one of the most talked-about features of the season. With 16 appearances before the hiatus, the youngster was making waves in the Premiership and his presence will be missed in the Wasps set-up.

“Unfortunately, despite our best efforts to keep him at the club Thibaud has decided to move onto pastures new for the 2020/21 season," said Wasps' head coach, Lee Blackett.

“We are disappointed to lose Thibaud. Having joined our Senior Academy from Loughborough University, he has really developed his game and performed well for us throughout the current campaign.

“Nevertheless, we want to wish him all the best for his future career and put on record our thanks for the contribution he has made to Wasps Rugby.”

Flament was gracious in his parting words to the club:

“I would like to thank everyone at Wasps for their support during my time at the club, it has been an honour to wear the Black and Gold.

“Wasps will always stand out as a crucial club in my career, as it has allowed me to realise my childhood dream of becoming a professional rugby player.

“The coaches, the medical staff and the performance staff have always been available and massively helpful for my development and I am sure I would not be the player I am today without them.

“The quality of individuals here is second to none and Wasps will always remain an unforgettable club for me. I will of course continue to give my everything to the club for the remainder of the season.

“I wish everyone at Wasps all the best and I’m looking forward to crossing paths with the club again in the future."