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Sale and Stormers Renew Interest in Two Springbok Scrum-Halves

Reports on Friday say both clubs are positioning to fill urgent No.9 needs that could lead to short-term moves for the players involved.

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Sale and Stormers circle two Springbok No.9s
LLANELLI, WALES - APRIL 25: Embrose Papier of Bulls during the United Rugby Championship match between Scarlets and Vodacom Bulls at Parc y Scarlets on April 25, 2026 in Llanelli, Wales. (Photo by Kian Abdullah/Gallo Images)

Overview

  • RugbyPass and other outlets reported on Friday that Sale Sharks have re-engaged over Springbok scrum-half Embrose Papier as he enters the final year of his Bulls contract.
  • Embrose Papier, 29, previously made 11 appearances for Sale on a short-term 2019 deal and was the subject of an earlier offer this year when Sale reportedly offered to pay a transfer fee.
  • The Stormers are reported to be interested in bringing Herschel Jantjies back from Bayonne with Bayonne director Laurent Travers said to be willing to let the 30-year-old leave after the summer.
  • Stormers coach John Dobson’s interest is framed by serious injuries to Imad Khan and Dewaldt Duvenage and by Jantjies’ inclusion in Rassie Erasmus’ Nations Championship plans, which increases his availability and appeal.
  • No transfers have been confirmed; the coverage describes active club interest and openness to negotiation rather than completed deals and further updates are expected as talks progress.