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Experienced Wallabies prop Sekope Kepu has been released from the final two years of his contract with Bordeaux to again link up with the Waratahs – the club with which he won the 2014 Super Rugby title.
The 63 Test veteran, who is presently in the country as part of the 39-man Wallabies squad, will join the Tahs in 2017, on a three-season deal.
“I’m delighted that Keps is returning to Australia, and happy to welcome him back to the Waratahs,” said Waratahs coach Daryl Gibson.
“He will be a great addition to the squad and will strengthen our front row options.
“I’m sure he would have grown from the experience in France, where there is a real scrum culture. It can only benefit our young props in Tom Robertson and Matt Sandell, as he helps grow and pass on his knowledge.”
Kepu’s deal with the Bordeaux Begles began at the completion of last year’s World Cup, but the club reluctantly released him due to “family reasons”.
“President Laurent Marti and Sekope Kepu today signed a contract termination amendment on their previous deal which bound them until 2018,” read a statement from Bordeaux.
“This termination was carried out at the request of the player who wished to return to Australia for family reasons.
“UBB regrets this decision but wanted to respect the family balance of the player. Both parties leave each other on very good terms and UBB wish good luck to Sekope Kepu for the rest of his career.”
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