Leinster Rugby Makes Major Signing with All Blacks Star Jordie Barrett
Leinster Rugby has made waves in the rugby world with the signing of All Blacks centre Jordie Barrett on a short-term deal for the upcoming season. The 27-year-old has inked a new deal with New Zealand Rugby through 2028 but will be taking a season sabbatical in 2025 to join the Irish club.
Barrett will be working under senior coach Jacques Nienaber, who famously led South Africa to victory in the 2023 Rugby World Cup. The All Blacks star will spend six months with Leinster before returning to the Hurricanes for the 2026 season.
Having family ties to Ireland, having spent time in County Meath as a child, Barrett is excited to join Leinster. Head coach Leo Cullen is looking forward to welcoming Barrett and believes they will both benefit from each other’s expertise.
The move is not only beneficial for Leinster but also for All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson, as Barrett’s stint with the Irish club will help him enhance his skills ahead of the 2027 World Cup.
Expressing gratitude to New Zealand Rugby and the Hurricanes for their support, Barrett sees his time in Ireland as an opportunity for personal and professional growth. He hopes to bring back new experiences and skills to the Hurricanes when he returns, aiming to make the most of his career while he can.
Fans are eagerly anticipating Barrett’s debut with Leinster and are excited to see the impact he will have on the team during his short tenure with the club. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development on Forever Sports Online.
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