Kleyn ruled out of Springboks squad to face Italy due to injury

Jean Kleyn of South Africa. Pic: Steve Haag Sports/Darren Stewart/Inpho

South Africa lock Jean Kleyn has left the Springboks squad preparing for Saturday’s test with Italy in Pretoria following an unspecified injury picked up in the 54-7 win over the Barbarians, officials have confirmed.

The 31-year-old will return to Munster to undergo rehabilitation, suggesting the injury is a serious one.