Toulon Rugby Club Signs French International Rabah Slimani for 2026-2027 Season
According to Jean-Baptiste Gros, Melvyn Jaminet, Charles Ollivon, Baptiste Serin, and Gabin Villière, the Rugby Club Toulonnais will have another French international player in its ranks next season. The Var squad announced on Thursday the signing of tighthead prop Rabah Slimani for the 2026-2027 season. Slimani, with 56 caps for France, has committed to the team until June 2027.
The staff is counting on the 36-year-old player’s vast experience, having played for Stade Français and Clermont before moving to Ireland to join Leinster in 2024. Laurent Emmanuelli, the club’s sports director, praised Slimani’s leadership and qualities on and off the field, stating that he is the perfect fit to strengthen their front row.
Excited to return to France, Slimani expressed his eagerness to contribute to the team’s performance and embrace the values of combat and solidarity. Toulon is currently facing a challenging season, ranked 11th in the Top 14, although they have a slight chance in the Champions Cup. Charles Ollivon’s team will play against the Warriors in Glasgow on Saturday at 4 pm.
