Fijian and Montpellier winger Nemani Nadolo will have an extended period on the sidelines to have knee surgery.
Nadolo confirmed the news by retweeting Midi Libre’s article.
The 30-year-old is expected to be out for around four months which represents a huge blow for the French club.
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Nadolo has been a revelation since his move from the Crusaders at the end of the 2016 Super Rugby season.
The 130kg powerhouse recently signed a new contact to keep him at the Top 14 club until 2021.
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