Monday 30 November 2015 12:43, UK
Fiji winger Nemani Nadolo has confirmed he will leave the Crusaders at the end of the 2016 Super Rugby season with reports in France suggesting he will join Montpellier.
Nadolo, who at 6'5" and 20 stone is one of the biggest backs in world rugby, resurrected his career during his spell in New Zealand.
He was a big hit at the World Cup, and the ambitious French club are believed to have sealed a deal to bring him to France next season.
"I was playing in Japan and I thought that was it for me. The faith these guys showed in me is something I'll always be thankful for," Nadolo told Stuff.
"They kick-started my career, they've given me the passion and love for the game again. They've pretty much moulded me into the player I am today."
Crusaders chief executive Hamish Riach said: "There was an opportunity here and Nemani seized it. He's got the rewards for that and it's just really nice for us to be part of it.
"It was clear where the next phase of his career is going to be. We wish him all the very best with it. We're delighted he chose to spend three years of his rugby life in Christchurch.
"He will be a difficult man to replace but that's our job. He's a unique man with the size, the agility, the speed and power..."
