"Three stadium shortlist" - Premiership final set to be moved away from Twickenham

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Friday, 26 May 2023 at 12:33
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This Saturday's Gallagher Premiership Final might be the last to be hosted at Twickenham, according to sources.
According to The Mirror, in an effort to rejuvenate the club game, league authorities are reportedly inclined to emulate the Champions Cup's approach and relocate their prestigious event to unconventional rugby venues.
Potential considerations for future finals include Newcastle's St James' Park, Manchester City's Etihad Stadium, and the recently secured Tottenham Stadium, which is scheduled to host next year's European final.
When the new Professional Game Agreement takes effect at the conclusion of the upcoming season, Twickenham will still be considered as a potential venue.
However, it will no longer hold an exclusive right to host English club rugby's major event.
Additionally, there are ongoing discussions regarding the possibility of utilizing neutral venues for the semi-final matches.

“Trouble ahead” – Top five Gallagher Premiership clubs with the most debt

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Debt is something that plagues every rugby club. Struggling Worcester, who went out of business this season, wouldn't have even made the top five with their debt of £28.3m.

#5. London Irish - £37.5m

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#4. Bath RFC - £37.3m

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#3. Newcastle Falcons - £39m

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#4. Saracens - £40.8m

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#1. Bristol Bears - £51.2m

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General View of Ashton Gate with Gallagher Branding during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby Match between Bristol Bears and Saracens at Ashton Gate on 17 Sep. Photo: Tom Sandberg/PPAUK
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