Chris Farrell

The Ireland international hasn't featured for the province since the opening round of the BKT United Rugby Championship. In September a statement from the ...

Please review their details and accept them to load the content. "Munster Rugby and the IRFU can confirm that Chris Farrell has been released from the province to pursue a new playing opportunity," a statement from the province says. Munster have confirmed the immediate departure of Chris Farrell, with the centre set to "pursue a new playing opportunity".

MUNSTER AND THE IRFU have confirmed that Ireland international centre Chris Farrell has been released from his contract with the province.

“We wish Chris and his family all the best with his move and thank him for everything he has done during his time with us,” said Rowntree. Munster said at that time that the issue was in relation to Farrell’s “alleged involvement as a witness to an alleged crime in 2017.” MUNSTER AND THE IRFU have confirmed that Ireland international centre Chris Farrell has been released from his contract with the province.

The 29-year-old is believed to be pursuing a new playing opportunity in France.

Munster head coach Graham Rowntree said: “We wish Chris and his family all the best with his move and thank him for everything he has done during his time with us.” Farrell is one of five players referred to a French criminal court following allegations a young woman was raped. The 29-year-old made 71 Munster appearances, scoring nine tries, since his debut against Benetton in September 2017 and has represented Ireland on 15 occasions.

The 29-year-old has made 71 Munster appearances, scoring 9 tries, since making his debut against Benetton in September 2017 and has represented Ireland on 15 ...