Three members of England's 2023 Rugby World Cup squad still don't have clubs

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At least three players set to be named in England's 2023 Rugby World Cup training squad will arrive with their club futures up in the air.

Currently clubless, the England hooker has reportedly decided to turn down an enticing opportunity to play in France and instead join one of Exeter Chiefs' direct rivals in the Premiership.

Contrary to previous reports in The Rugby Paper linking the hooker with a move to Stade Francais, the Mail Online reveals that he will be joining Sale Sharks.

The addition of another British and Irish Lion to Sale Sharks' pack would be a significant boost for the team, especially after their loss in the Premiership finals, where a malfunctioning lineout played a part in their defeat against Saracens.

If the deal comes to fruition, it would also be a welcome development for national coach Steve Borthwick, as Cowan-Dickie's eligibility for Test selection after this year's World Cup would be secured.

According to the latest report, Cowan-Dickie is currently experiencing a slow and frustrating recovery from neck surgery.

Nonetheless, he has already completed one medical examination at Sale Sharks, and if he successfully completes a second one, he will join Jonny Hill and Tom O'Flaherty in making the move from Exeter to the Sharks.

Despite being heavily linked with a move to Saracens, he departure from Leicester Tigers is yet to be confirmed despite his contract at Welford Road soon coming to an end.

Another potential suitor for Watson is French Top 14 team Castres, but a move across the English Channel would likely diminish his opportunities to represent England after the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

Watson has openly expressed his desire to be closer to his family in Surrey, and this factor could sway the balance in favor of Saracens.

Another player yet to formally sign a new contract is Saracens powerhouse Billy Vunipola.

According to The Telegraph, Vunipola is expected to stay with the Premiership champions for the next season, forming part of a formidable back-row lineup that includes Tom Willis, Ben Earl, Theo McFarland, and Andy Christie.

However, according to The Rugby Paper, he may join former England coach Eddie Jones in Japan.

They believe that Tokyo Sungoliath, who has a longstanding consultancy agreement with Jones, is the frontrunner to secure Vunipola’s signature. 

Their current No. 8, Tevita Tatafu, is set to depart for Bordeaux after this season, and Vunipola is being considered as a potential replacement.