All Blacks utility back Bridge signs for Montpellier

New Zealand utility back George Bridge has signed for Montpellier until June 2025 from the Crusaders, the French Top 14 club announced on Friday.

The 27-year-old, capable of playing wing, centre or fullback, has won 19 caps for the All Blacks and played at the 2019 World Cup in Japan, but has not featured for New Zealand since their 40-25 defeat by France last November.

Bridge's arrival makes up for the injury to France winger Arthur Vincent, who ruptured knee ligaments against Brive last month.

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