The Sharks are lining up an experienced replacement for Grant Williams, and it could come in the form of a former Springbok.
According to Netwerk24, Ivan van Zyl is reportedly exploring a path back home, with the Durban-based club identifying him as a prime candidate to fill the void Williams will leave at the end of the season.
Williams’ contract expires in June and he is set to take up a deal in Japan, leaving the Sharks in need of proven depth at nine.
Van Zyl, 30, has been with English giants Saracens since 2021 after a six-year stint with the Bulls. Netwerk24 reports that despite being tied to a long-term deal abroad, a strong working relationship between Saracens and the Sharks could pave the way for an early release before 2027.
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The Sharks are also bracing for Jaden Hendrikse’s likely international commitments after his call-up to the upcoming Springbok alignment camp in Cape Town. With Bradley Davids, Ross Braude and on-loan Tiaan Fourie the other scrumhalf options, experience is at a premium.
Van Zyl brings exactly that. The Pretoria-born halfback earned six Test caps in 2018 under Rassie Erasmus, with his last appearance coming against Wales in Cardiff.
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