France rugby star Thomas Ramos has confirmed his difficult decision to leave Toulouse for Racing 92 after the 2027 Rugby World Cup. A fixture in the Toulouse lineup, Ramos has chalked up 200 appearances and will make the move to Paris post-tournament. This development follows earlier speculations by L'Equipe about his potential transfer.
Ramos, who has been with Toulouse since his professional debut in the 2013/14 season versus Castres, expressed the emotional challenge of his decision. Except for a season on loan at Colomiers, his entire career has unfolded at Toulouse, the club where he has grown and thrived.
"This decision was particularly difficult to make. Stade Toulousain is my club, the one that has seen me grow, thrive, and live moments I will never forget."
The move is motivated by a desire for new challenges and environments as Ramos looks to continue his growth in the sport. He acknowledges the deep connection and gratitude he feels towards Toulouse and commits to focusing his efforts on the current season.
"I have chosen to take on a new sporting challenge, with the desire to discover a new environment and continue my development. Even though our paths will part ways at the end of this season, the respect, gratitude, and attachment I hold for Stade Toulousain will remain intact."
Didier Lacroix, President of Toulouse, also commented on Ramos' departure, highlighting the impact he has had on the team. Lacroix praised Ramos' exceptional standards and competitive spirit, which have significantly contributed to the team's success.
"Thomas Ramos is one of the faces of Stade Toulousain. Beyond his immense talent, he is an exceptional competitor and a player whose high standards elevate the entire team. Seeing a player of this calibre leave is never trivial, but it is part of the life of a club and of elite sport. Until his departure, one thing matters above all: succeeding together in this 2026-2027 season. We know we can count on Thomas’s total commitment to continue writing the history of Stade Toulousain."
Ramos leaves Toulouse with a decorated tenure, having helped secure six Top 14 titles, two of which are consecutive victories from 2021 to 2026, and two Investec Champions Cups. On the international stage, Ramos has earned 52 caps for France and played a vital role in winning three Six Nations titles.
As he prepares to join Racing 92, Ramos will bring with him not just his club-level experiences but also his considerable international insights, ideally positioning him to continue impacting French rugby at the highest levels.
This transition represents both an end and a new beginning in Ramos’ illustrious rugby career. As he dons the Racing 92 jersey post-World Cup, the rugby world will eagerly watch as he takes on new challenges in this next chapter of his professional life.
