Billy Vunipola at MHR: “I will have a discussion with him because he must not drink”, assures Bernard Laporte

Billy Vunipola will leave Saracens for Montpellier next season. MAXPPP – Bradley Collyer

Saracens formalized the departure of Billy Vunipola this Tuesday, May 14. Even if the MHR has not yet communicated on the arrival of the English number eight, he should arrive in Montpellier next summer.

Billy Vunipola will be one of the "stars"of the MHR next season. Even if Montpellier has not made it official, the pre-contract has been signed. And Saracens, current club of the English international (74 caps), communicated this Tuesday, May 14 on the departure of the 31-year-old player.

🗞️ | Vunipola to leave Saracens following conclusion of 23/24 campaign.

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— Saracens Rugby Club (@Saracens) May 14, 2024

"I’will have a talk with him"

His arrival is no longer in doubt. Even if the number 8 has been in the news in recent weeks due to a turbulent night out in Spain. "The Saracens have it well defended in a press release. I will have a discussion with him because he must not drink", slipped the director of rugby of the MHR Bernard Laporte in our columns recently.

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Billy Vunipola played eleven seasons for Sarries. He will compete with his compatriot Sam Simmonds in Hérault next season.

Mako Vunipola, left pillar and brother of Billy, also leaves Saracens. Offered to Montpellier, Mohed Altrad's club refused.