Howley baffled by Toulon stance
1 decade ago by Sky Sports RugbyWales assistant coach Rob Howley admits he was stunned at comments by Toulon president Mourad Boudjellal over Leigh Halfpenny's fitness.
Rob Howley "flabbergasted" by Toulon President's threat to terminate Leigh Halfpenny's contract
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentWales assistant coach Rob Howley has admitted he was "flabbergasted" to read comments made by controversial Toulon president Mourad Boudjellal about Leigh Halfpenny.
Halfpenny in contract Limbo
1 decade ago by Talking Rugby Unionales star Leigh Halfpenny's career with European champions Toulon could become clearer in the next few days.
Warburton expects Halfpenny to stay
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsWales captain Sam Warburton says he does not believe international team-mate Leigh Halfpenny's time at Toulon is coming to an end. Toulon president Mourad Boudjellal says Halfpenny's ongoing...
Selection headaches mounting at wrong time for Lancaster
1 decade ago by The Rugby BlogCompetition for places is, normally, an excellent problem (if such a thing exists) for an international head coach to have. It pushes players to new levels, knowing they can’t rest on their laurels...
Toulon owner ignites club v country row
1 decade ago by ESPN ScrumToulon owner Mourad Boudjellal has launched a club v country row after he said he wanted three internationals to return home to play in the Top 14 this weekend even though they are resting between matches...
Ruan Pienaar could be back with Ulster in time for crucial European fixtures
1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: RugbyBy Jonathan Bradley – 17 September 2014It was confirmed yesterday that the influential star, who had been expected to miss up to two months, will instead be out...
Halfpenny in demand
1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby17 September 2014A cloud has been cast over his future at Stade Felix Mayol by controversial Toulon president Mourad Boudjellal. Boudjellal has claimed in a French newspaper that terminating...
Cardiff keen on Halfpenny return after Toulon doubts
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentCardiff Blues say they would be "extremely keen" on Wales star Leigh Halfpenny possibly rejoining them after a cloud was cast over his future at European champions Toulon by the French club's controversial...
Ospreys and Blues monitor Halfpenny
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsCardiff Blues and Ospreys are interested in signing Leigh Halfpenny if his Toulon contract is terminated. Toulon president Mourad Boudjellal says Halfpenny's ongoing injuries could lead...
