Despite recently convincing Dezzo to remain in SMU, the lack of strength in depth remains a concern for its rugby president, DMC, who would be eager to bring in quality players in order to bolster the current squad. And national team skipper, Rong Jingxiang, is hot on the shortlist.
DMC claimed, “Me and Rongy have been teammates in the national team for a couple of years now, even in the sevens squad as well. He has proven his credentials over the years and he’ll be a tremendous asset for us. I will definitely try my best to draw him over to SMU.”
Rongy had a series of impressive international displays during regional competitions and the national skipper has shown tantalising glimpses of his undoubted talent in the local NRC; and it is such a promise that has reportedly caught the attention of SMU.
Rongy has spoken of a desire to try his hand in one of varsity rugby’s top competition, with the likes of NTU mooted as main trackers for his signature. NTU had been chasing a concrete deal for Rongy but were still unable to agree on personal terms and his DEMANDING monetary incentives.
“We are delighted to have started negotiations with Rongy, and we hope to bring it to a successful conclusion. He’s a player of extraordinary talent,” DMC told
SMU RugbyTV.
According to a photographer from the SMU Sports Union, the deal appears to be in the bag. This photographer, who wishes to remain anonymous, has captured an interesting picture of DMC and Rongy, with both displaying an intriguing pose, which seemed to signify the double
‘A’s in an
Already Agreed deal.
