Cruden could be poised for a big‑money move

A French rugby magazine has claimed All Blacks first‑five Aaron Cruden could be poised for a big‑money move.

A possible salary of $NZ1.2 million per season to play for Montpellier in France has been mentioned by Midi‑Olympique for the Chiefs and New Zealand playmaker.  

It's being reported that Cruden may be eyed as a possible replacement for Demetri Catrakilis when New Zealander Vern Cotter takes over the coaching reins at Montpellier next season.

Cruden was seen as the logical replacement in the All Blacks No 10 shirt when Daniel Carter retired from international rugby, but Hurricanes star Beauden Barrett has seemingly taken over the role with a series of standout performances in Super Rugby and test matches this year.

It's understood Cruden is contracted to New Zealand Rugby to the end of 2017.

Meanwhile the Pumas will host the All Blacks at 10.10am Sunday while the Springboks will host the Wallabies at 3.05am.

Source: Stuff.co