Zebo to Racing 92 ‘no done deal’ – O’Gara

Simon Zebo’s move from Munster to Racing 92 is “no done deal”, according to the French club’s assistant coach Ronan O’Gara.

The 27-year-old confirmed on Monday his decision to leave Munster as they could not match offers for the utility back made by ‘several European clubs’.

Irish media this week indicated Racing had secured Zebo’s signature, but former Irish international fly-half O’Gara claims these reports are premature.

“This is awkward. There seems to be a presumption that Simon Zebo is moving from Munster to Racing 92 next season,” O’Gara wrote in his column for the Irish Examiner.

“I’ve been even called the equivalent of Tadhg Kennelly! This much I know. Simon Zebo will move to France’s Top 14 after this season. Yes, we are in the frame. But this is a fast-moving story and as late as last night I was told there are four Top 14 clubs seriously interested in acquiring his services and more than willing to flash the cash to do so.

“Until his club of choice says he’s coming until Simon signs something, there are no other facts I can confirm. I’m not being clever.

“Racing want Zebo, but until someone tells me otherwise, it’s no done deal.”