Scarlets talent Carwyn Tuipulotu makes immediate exit from Welsh rugby

Welsh URC region Scarlets have confirmed that back-row talent Carwyn Tuipulotu will leave the club to move to France.

Tuipulotu has signed a deal which will see him join French Top 14 side Section Paloise with immediate effect. The talented 23-year-old – who primarily plays No.8 – will no longer be eligible to represent Wales as a result of the move.

The 120kg forward – who has been on loan with Saracens in recent weeks – heads to France as a medical joker to provide injury cover for the rest of the 2024-25 season.

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“Firstly I would like to say that I’m very grateful to the coaches and the club for the past four years and for an opportunity to start my professional career,” said Tuipulotu, who is a cousin of England internationals Mako and Billy Vunipola.

“As a kid coming straight out of school, I never would have dreamt of the memories I’ve made here at Parc y Scarlets alongside meeting some incredible people during my time here.

“I would also like to thank the S&C (Strength and Conditioning) and medical staff for their hard work behind the scenes helping me along with my injuries and fitness to get me back on the field.

“I’d also like to say thank you to the Scarlets fans for the incredible support that you have in our team, supporting us through thick and thin. The atmosphere we had in the European quarter-final against Clermont will be something I will never forget!

“Finally, I just want to give the thanks and glory to God for the blessings and opportunities at this club. I’m grateful for the love and support I’ve received from the management team and staff, fellow team-mates and the supporters, and for all the lessons and growth it has brought me over the years, I wish Scarlets nothing but success in the future. Diolch.”

Carwyn, a Wales U20s international, made his senior debut against the Ospreys in 2020 and went on to make 48 appearances for the Scarlets.

Scarlets head coach Dwayne Peel said: “Carwyn has been a valued member of our squad throughout his time here. It is a great opportunity for him to play in the top tier in France and I am sure everyone here at the Scarlets would like to thank him for how he has represented this club and wish him well with this next chapter of his career.”