Carl Freans is leaving Bath Rugby, and headed to France where he will join Lyon of the Orange Top 14.
Huge thanks To the @bathrugby fans. Really enjoyed my time at the rec. Thanks to my team mates too. Go one step further next season.
— Carl fearns (@Carl_Fearns) July 1, 2015
The following is a press release from Bath Rugby Football Club of the Aviva Premiership.
Press Release: Carl Fearns Joins Lyon
Bath Rugby can confirm that Carl Fearns will leave the Club to join French side Lyon this summer.
Back row Fearns, who has made 73 appearances for the West Country side, is renowned for his uncompromising style of play in both attack and defence.
“I’ve had a fantastic four years at Bath during what has been a great time for the Club,” said the 26-year-old. “Whilst I’m sad to be leaving my teammates and coaches here, I’m really looking forward to moving with my family to France and continuing my rugby career in a different environment.”
Mike Ford, Bath Rugby Head Coach, said: “We’re obviously disappointed to let Carl go, but he feels the time is right to make a change, and we respect that. He’s a talented and committed player, and I’m sure he’ll be a great success in France.”
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Main Photo Caption: BATH ENGLAND- Bath Rugby Training Session: Carl Fearns runs with the ball during the Bath training session held at Farleigh House on March 31, 2015 in Bath, England. (CREDIT: DAVID ROGERS via Getty Images)
