Karl Sorin signs with Clermont until 2030

Karl Sorin, a 23-year-old rugby player known as a right prop, has signed a contract with Clermont until 2030, according to the French sports newspaper L'Équipe. Standing 1.86 meters tall and weighing 135 kg, Sorin is expected to be a key player for the club in the coming years.

Sorin's national team call-up and injury

Sorin was included in Fabien Galthié's list of 42 players for the French national team but had to withdraw due to an injury. This setback did not deter his professional progress, as he continued to develop his career at the club level.

Loan to Soyaux-Angoulême and move to La Rochelle

Before joining Clermont, Sorin was loaned to Soyaux-Angoulême for the 2024/2025 season. He has since secured a place at La Rochelle, where he has started in five of his seven appearances this season before being called up to the national team.

Sorin's rugby background and market value

A 2023 U20 world champion, Sorin has seen his market value rise significantly. However, he is currently sidelined for 3 to 4 months due to an injury. Trained in Cholet, he initially played as a number 8 before transitioning to the front row.

Emergence of rugby talent in Maine-et-Loire

Sorin's career trajectory highlights the emergence of promising rugby talents from Maine-et-Loire, a region not traditionally known for producing top rugby players. His move to Clermont is seen as a significant development for the club, which is preparing for the post-Montagne era.