As expected, Antoine Dupont extended until 2031 with Stade Toulousain. Great news that does not come without compensation.
Antoine Dupont in Toulouse, and nowhere else. Despite the desire to try a challenge abroad, the captain of the XV of France extended his contract with Stade Toulousain, where he arrived in 2017. Here he is linked with the Ville Rose club until 2031.
“I couldn’t see myself playing anywhere else, the player told Canal+. I’ve already asked myself this question many times and each time I reached the end of my contract, the answer came quite easily. We are a whole generation who were influenced by this club when we were young. By playing there, we have the chance to have quite rare potential, which we try to push to its maximum. Considering the players coming up behind us, I think the club still has a bright future ahead of it. With our generation starting to age, we will try to participate as best as possible. »
The news delighted Stade Toulousain supporters, especially since the announcement was made on Saturday evening, on the sidelines of the match against Stade Français. “It’s true that it was very emotional, I don’t know if it showed. The club was keen to mark this moment, to do something different, as it often does. The idea emerged a few weeks ago and we made it happen as best as possible. I had the chance to experience this moment which was very powerful for me. Everyone knows the attachment I have to this club and to tell myself that I will perhaps end my career there is a strong moment. »
A tour for Antoine Dupont
This is big news for Antoine Dupont and for Stade Toulousain. To mark the occasion, and to celebrate the victory against Stade Français (29-17), the international number 9 was invited to pay his turn.
“I had planned to buy you a beer at tennis (in a room next to the Ernest-Wallon stadium), Ugo Mola told his players after the match. But since Toto has resigned for the long term, he’s going to pay for his beer! After the reception, we all have a beer at the tennis court. We all need it a little bit, me first and foremost. Plus, Toto has a bit of a budget! »
