Wallabies fullback Israel Folau has rejected a short‑term contract, understood to be worth AUS$500,000, to play in Japan.
Instead opting to spend some much needed time with his fiancée, Silver Ferns star Maria Tutaia.
Folau who earns more than A$1 million annually on his ARU contract, was set to join Japan’s cashed up Panasonic Wild Knights team under former Wallabies coach Robbie Deans as part of a clause in his deal.
Folau will take a break from all rugby and won’t be involved in the Wallabies' test matches against Japan, Wales, England and Scotland to finish the season.
Before taking a break, Folau will suit up for the Wallabies against the Barbarians at 4PM Sydney’s Allianz Stadium on Saturday night.
Source: stuff.co.nz
