The incredible list of England internationals out of contract in 2020
Top 10s/ListsMonday, 09 December 2019 at 10:56
Big names from Exeter, Leicester and Saracens are among the England internationals who are currently set to leave their clubs in the summer when their contract expires.
1. Kyle Sinckler - Harlequins
Will definitely not be staying at Harlequins. According to reports, Gloucester are the current favourites but with big-earners Ian Madigan and John Afoa set to leave Ashton Gate, we think Bristol Bears will use their financial muscle to recruit the premier tighthead.
Prediction: Will join Bristol Bears
2. Ben Youngs - Leicester Tigers
There had been some speculation in one publication that Saints could target Youngs if the England No.9 failed to agree new terms at Tigers. However, Chris Boyd squashed these rumours. It is probably just his agent looking for another £100k.
Prediction: Will flirt with a move away but likely stay at Leicester
3. Toby Flood - Newcastle Falcons
The 60-cap fly-half is likely to extend his stay at Kingston park. According to reports, he will sign a one-year extension ahead of the Falcons likely return to the Gallagher Premiership next season.
Prediction: Stay at Newcastle
4. Ellis Genge - Leicester Tigers
Rumours persist that Bristol Bears want to bring the hometown hero back to Ashton Gate while other reports suggest he will pen an extension with Tigers. This one could really go either way.
Prediction: No idea
5. Nick Isiekwe - Saracens
The 6’7 lock would be an incredible signing for any Gallagher Premiership club. With Maro Itoje, Will Sketon and George Kruis on huge contracts, Saracens may not have the budget to keep hold of upstart. If Tigers let a number of internationals leave this summer, Isiekwe could be the sort of star they target to improve their faltering pack.
Prediction: Joining Tigers, but this is just a guess
6. George Ford - Leicester Tigers
While talks are ongoing both he and the struggling Premiership club are hopeful of agreeing on a new deal before the end of the year which could see his salary rise to £600,000. If not, it's thought that Sale sharks will renew their interest in the fly-half, who they tried to sign back in 2016.
PREDICTION: Stay at Leicester
7. Alex Lozowski - Saracens
Could be another victim of Sarries salary cap breach. Back in 2017 there was no shortage of interest and it's more than likely there'd be a long queue of clubs interested in his services again. A return to Wasps is what seems most likely at this stage, with Lima Sopoaga and Jimmy Gopperth reportedly leaving the Ricoh this summer.
Prediction: Heading back to Wasps
8. Jonny May - Leicester Tigers
Tigers will ty to keep him, but the speedsters stock has significantly risen in recent years. With only a few years left, he'll be looking for one last big payday before ending his career on the French coast probably.
Prediction: Joining Quins
9. Brad Barritt - Saracens
Retirement rumours have been doing the rounds for years. Could this finally be the end? probably.
Prediction: Retiring
10. Harry Williams - Exeter Chiefs
We may think Gloucester will miss out on Kyle Sinckler, but we think the Cherry & Whites will be able to secure the signing of another England tighthead in Williams. Chiefs just won't have the budget available to hold onto him.
Prediction: Join Gloucester
10. Calum Clark - Saracens
Prediction: Join another Premiership club as squad player
12. Kyle Eastmond - Leicester Tigers
Prediction: Move back to rugby league
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