Transfer Round-Up: Arundell signs, Bath & Sarries add players
Rugby NewsFriday, 10 June 2022 at 10:26
RUCK.co.uk takes a look at all the latest transfer stories coming from the world of rugby…
Please remember these are internet rumours, gathered in one place for your convenience, not RUCK stories.
EXTENSION: London Irish have confirmed the signature of full-back Henry Arundell to a long-term contract with the Club. FULL STORY
SIGNED: Saracens have signed Argentine tight-head prop Eduardo Bello from Italian side Zebre ahead of the 2022-23 season. FULL STORY
DOUBLE: Two exciting young talents in JJ Tonks and Louie Hennessey will join Bath Rugby this summer. FULL STORY
STAYING: Back-row forward Tom Dodd has extended his stay with Warriors by signing a new one-year contract. FULL STORY
RUMOUR: The Melbourne Rebels have confirmed the departure of former Wallabies scrumhalf, Joe Powell. He's headed overseas, expected to be announced by London Irish
BORROWED: Cornish Pirates have signed Ospreys lock James Fender on loan for the 2022-23 Championship season. FULL STORY
STAYING: London Irish have announced that Will Joseph have signed a new long-term contract with the Gallagher Premiership club. FULL STORY
EXTENSION: Bath Rugby have announced that full-back Darren Atkins has signed a contract extension with the Gallagher Premiership club. FULL STORY
GONE: Bath Rugby have confirmed the departure of a further five fringe players in addition to the big names already announced as departing the club this month. FULL STORY
EDITORS PICKS:
- Match officials for Premiership semi-finals
- 5 little brothers who could become better than their older siblings
- Ben Youngs will not travel to Australia this summer
- Exeter Chiefs confirm a further 11 departures
- Joseph commits to long-term contract with London Irish
LIST: 5 England stars who are free agents and available to sign
RUCK takes a look at the former England players who are still free agents to be signed after being released by their previous employers.
FREE AGENTS: ENGLAND INTERNATIONALS:
#1. Christian Wade
Wade, who left rugby for the NFL in 2018, has been hot and cold over a move to the Gallagher Premiership.
"Ultimately, [Wasps] do want me to come back," Wade revealed in an exclusive interview with The Telergraph. with the all-time Premiership tries record, currently held by Chris Ashton on 95, in his sights just 13 ahead of his 82 league tries.
"I can do that in one season," Wade says on overtaking Ashton’s mark. "I’ve been doing that since I was a kid. That’s something I’m intrigued by, being back in the Premiership one day to claim that title."
Christian Wade of England (Wasps) who scored 3 tries against Barbarians - Photo mandatory by-line: Gareth Davies/Pinnacle - Tel: +44(0)1363 881025 - Mobile:0797 1270 681 - VAT Reg No: 183700120 - 31/05/2015 - SPORT - RUGBY UNION - England v Barbarians - Twickenham Stadium, Twickenham, London, England.
#2. Mike Brown
With the former England fulbacks' future up in the air following his shock release from Newcastle, he's currently being linked with moves to Agen in France, Championship side Ealing Trailfinders, and Premiership duo Sale and Worcester.
Mike Brown of Harlequins celebrates with the trophy on his final day as a Harlequin during the Gallagher Premiership Cup Final between Exeter Chiefs and Harlequins at Twickenham Stadium June 26, 2021 in London, England (Photo by Tom Sandberg/PPAUK
#3. Danny Cipriani
The 34-year-old debuted for Bath on the opening day against Sale Sharks and has collected 53 points in 15 games to date.
Injury and illness have prevented Cipriani from featuring more in Blue, Black and White, but he has made an outstanding contribution towards the development of the club’s young players.
He's now reportedly set to sign with Dallas Jackals in the USA ahead of the 2023 Major League Rugby season.
Bath Rugby player Danny Cipriani during the Gallagher Premiership rugby game between Leicester Tigers and Bath Rugby at Mattioli Woods Welford Road on Nov 5th - PHOTO: Steve Bond/PPAUK
#4. Luther Burrell
Another somewhat surprising departure from Newcastle Falcons, the former England powerhouse centre simply hasn't been able to stay fit during his two year stay at Kingston Park.
Luther Burrell of Northampton Saints during the Gallagher Premiership Semi Final Rugby match between Exeter Chiefs and Northampton Saints at Sandy Park on May 25th 2019, Exeter, Devon. Photo: Cameron Geran/PPAUK
#5. Nick Auterac
At one point a squad regular under Eddie Jones, the prop now finds himself without a club after being released by Worcester Warriors.
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