Catalans Dragons reserve team Headcoach Cyrille Gossard has been release from his contract for personal reasons.

The former Catalans Dragons back rower was in charge of Saint-Estève XIII Catalan since 2014.

Gossard, who made 84 Super League appearances between 2006 and 2012, was promoted headcoach after the departure of Steve Deakin.

Cyrille Gossard said: “It was not in my plans at the start of the season but I could not refuse the opportunity I had. I have some great memories with the club. I’m here for 10 years now and when I look back, I’m proud of the job done. I wish all the best to the players. It’s a really young team but they work really hard and they will be rewarded for all the efforts done. I would like to thank the club for the support he has given me as player then as a coach, as well as thanking all the players and staff that I have been involved with. It’s a new chapter in my life now.”

Catalans Dragons reserve team chairman Gérard Caillis said : “We are of course disappointed but we respect his decision. Cyrille had a professional opportunity out of the club and we understand his choice. He did a great job during his time at the club and we wish him all the best for the future.”

The club as named Saint-Estève XIII Catalan Juniors headcoach Patrick Noguera to replace him.

“It’s was the best solution for the club. Patrick has done a great job with the Juniors since he is at the club. He knows the club, the players, our philosophy and it’s a great reward for him.”

Former Catalans Dragons palyers David Berthezène has been named Juniors headcoach.