Youri Delhommel

Youri Delhommel has carved out his role at Section Paloise through the kind of honest, high-tempo forward play that French clubs prize in their back row. A flanker by trade, he thrives in the tight exchanges, hitting rucks with intent and offering a steady supply of short carries that keep Pau moving forward through the middle of the field. Defensively he is industrious, content to do the chasing and tackling that frees up more eye-catching team-mates. Having come through the club's pathway, Delhommel understands the demands of the Top 14 and brings a measure of continuity to Pau's pack. His game is less about the spectacular and more about repeatable accuracy — the clean breakdown work, the support lines and the willingness to keep arriving at contact long after the first phase has broken down. For a squad that leans heavily on collective forward effort, he represents a dependable option whether starting or providing energy from the bench.