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Published 10:34 12 Feb 2017 GMT
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Sonnes had been coaching the Bordeaux Bégles forwards for the four seasons but, last season, he made a switch to Ireland that surprised many.
The 44-year-old took a pay-cut to become Director of Rugby at Bandon RFC, who play in the Munster Junior League. Sonnes will also take up a similar role with Bandon Grammar School, who have some good pedigree in Munster Senior and Junior Cup competitions.
He has been in to Munster Rugby to chat with director of rugby Rassie Erasmus and, with the coaching staff needing an extra, experienced body, he looks to have been given the shout.
Neither province has confirmed the coaching connections but more may become clear with their midweek press briefings.
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