Stormers stalwart Deon Fourie has signed a one-year contract extension.
Having recently suffered a leg injury in the Vodacom URC victory against Connacht, the 38-year-old World Cup winner will return to full fitness before the start of next season.
Director of rugby John Dobson said the attitude and determination that Fourie has met his latest setback with sums up the man he is.
“Deon is a true warrior and still has a significant contribution to make for us next season, both on the field and in terms of his leadership.
“He is a remarkable player who has done so much for this team over the years and we know that he will give all he has in characteristic fashion when he returns next season.”
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Fourie said that while missing the business end of the current season will be frustrating, he is ready to empty the tank next season.
“Injuries are part of the game and luckily this one was not as severe as it could have been. I’ll get right behind the boys as they head towards the playoffs and then focus on recovery and making as big an impact as I can next season.
“Playing for this team means a lot to me and you can be sure that I’ll be giving all I can and making the most of every chance I get to pull that jersey on next season.”
Fourie currently has 132 Stormers caps, putting him fourth on the all-time list behind Steven Kitshoff (138), Frans Malherbe (152) and Brok Harris (170).
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