Tuisova Set To Leave Toulon. Transfer Fee. – Huge Rugby News

Josua Tuisova‘s move to Lyon is nearing a done deal according to reports. The powerhouse Fijian wing was set to leave last summer but Mourad Boudjellal would only part with him for a “seven figure sum”

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The 25 year old has a year left on his Toulon contract but the clubs have come to an agreement that will see him bought out of the deal, for a four year contract at Lyon.

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Toulon will still have some backline firepower after Tuisova’s departure with Nehe Milner-Skudder due to arrive post RWC. However, Tuisova’s older brother Filipo Nakosi may be following him out of the club

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Aside from his likely involvement in the World Cup this autumn, Tuisova will also have an eye on the Olympics, after winning a gold medal in Rio in 2016.

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Lyon currently are third in the Top14, and have been heavily recruiting. They have been linked with a number of big names, including Perpignan fly-half Paddy Jackson.

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