Filipo Nakosi leaves Vannes with immediate effect

Fiji winger Filipo Nakosi, brother of Racing 92 centre Josua Tuisova, has left Vannes with immediate effect after 18 months with the Brittany club.

The 33-year-old made the move from Castres to Vannes on a two-year deal ahead of their first season in the Top 14 in 2024/25.

The club were relegated after one season, but have a return to France’s top flight securely in their crosshairs, sitting eight points clear at the top of Pro D2 (although they will still need to go through the play-off), but will continue without Nakosi.

The wing made 17 appearances during his time at the Stade de la Rabine.

There has been no confirmation yet as to where the 108kg wing will next play.

Fixture

Pro D2

Grenoble

12:00

23 Jan 26

Vannes

All Stats and Data

Vannes issued this statement after his exit: “Rugby Club Vannes and its Fijian winger Filipo Nakosi have decided to part ways with immediate effect by mutual agreement.

“Having joined the club last season, Filipo Nakosi played a total of 17 matches for us, putting all his experience and athletic qualities at the service of the team. The club would like to thank him for his commitment and professionalism throughout his time in Brittany.

“Rugby Club Vannes wishes him every success for the rest of his sporting and personal career with his family.”