Sam Simmond confirms his departure from Exeter to join Montpellier.

Rugby General

Sam Simmond confirms his departure from Exeter to join Montpellier.

England number eight Sam Simmonds officially confirmed that he will depart from Exeter at the end of the season and will join  Montpellier ahead of the 2023-24 season.

Simmonds is set to replace fellow Englishman Zach Mercer, who has agreed to join Gloucester ahead of the 2023-24 season. Mercer lead the team to their first ever Bouclier de Brennus last term.

Sam Simmonds has scored 80 tries in 116 appearances during his spell at Exeter Chiefs.