Connacht Rugby confirm departing players

Connacht Rugby confirm departing players

Connacht Rugby can confirm the players that will depart the club at the end of the season.



 
As previously announced, Quinn Roux has moved on after 7 years at Connacht, Stephen Fitzgerald has announced his retirement from rugby due to injury, and Academy centre Sean O’Brien has joined Exeter Chiefs.


 
Conor DeanColm de BuitlearCillian GallagherConor KennyStephen Kerins and Paddy McAllister will also be departing the club.


 
Connacht Head Coach Andy Friend commented:


 
“There will always be comings and goings in Professional rugby. I’d like to wish all the players every success in the future, whether they are looking to further their playing careers or go down a new path. They have made a lot of sacrifices, particularly in the last year while we as a group dealt with the pandemic, so I thank them for that also. They will always be welcome back to The Sportsground.”


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