Friend scoffs at Bundee Aki Munster links 

There had been an internal disciplinary issue with Aki prior to Christmas but it’s understood that was dealt with and did not linger, but his absence since his last game on December 23 has led to speculation.

STAYING PUT: Bundee Aki. Pic: ©INPHO/Ben Brady

Connacht director of rugby Andy Friend has scoffed at reports that Bundee Aki could transfer to Munster and is confident that the province’s only British and Irish Lion in the professional era will be at the Sportsground next season.

Aki had been contracted to the end of the World Cup but signed an extension some time ago which will run to the summer of 2024 and Friend, who departs at the end of this campaign, is confident the 32-year old will remain with the province.