Rugby transfer round-up: Dan Biggar arrives in Toulon with Saracens Jamie George set to follow
Top NewsFriday, 04 November 2022 at 18:55
RUCK RUGBY takes a look at all the latest transfer stories with their rugby Transfer Round-Up
Rugby Transfer Round-Up:
Jamie George nears Saracens exit
Reports in France have backed up a report from The Rugby Paper that Jamie George is in advanced talks with Clermont over a move to the Top 14 ahead of the 2023/24 season. The England hooker is out of contract next summer.
Morozov signs until the end of the season
Bath have confirmed that the Russian prop has signed for the remainder of the 2022/23 campaign.
The loosehead prop originally re-joined the Blue, Black and White on a short-term injury cover loan but will remain part of Johann van Graan’s squad, strengthening the club’s front row options.
Dan Biggar joins Toulon
Northampton Saints have confirmed that Dan Biggar will depart the Club with immediate effect, at the fly-half’s request.
The Club announced earlier this month that the 33-year-old Wales international would be leaving cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens at the end of the 2022/23 campaign, but Biggar now joins French Top14 side RC Toulon effective from the start of November.
Josh Hathaway joins Gloucester
Scarlets have confirmed that full-back Josh Hathaway has been released from the Scarlets Academy for personal reasons.
Hathway, who is studying at Hartpury College, has signed a contract with Gallagher Premiership side Gloucester to join their senior academy. We wish Josh well for the future.
New Spencer commits
Former All Black Carlos Spencer’s son Peyton has decided to follow in his famous fathers’ footsteps after signing a professional contract in New Zealand.
The 18-year-old fullback had been tipped to follow in his father’s footsteps after making serious waves in schoolboy rugby.
Blackett lands new role
Wasps head coach Lee Blackett will soon likely to join Scarlets as assistant to Dwayne Peel, according to an exclusive report from The Telegraph.
The former boss was one of 167 players and staff made redundant after the Gallagher Premiership fell into administration on October 17.
England centre signs with Sale
Sale Sharks have signed experienced centre Ryan Mills on a short-term deal until the end of the current Gallagher Premiership season.
The versatile 30-year-old, who can also play at fly-half, joins Alex Sanderson’s squad immediately following his release from Wasps.
Two more Wasps for Chiefs
Exeter Chiefs have made moves for two more players without a club after Wasps went bust - lock Alfie Bell and utility back Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, according to The Rugby Paper
Worcester back joins Bristol Bears
Versatile back-three player Noah Heward has joined Bristol Bears on a two-year deal with immediate effect.
The 22-year-old former Worcester flyer, who can play at wing or full-back and represented England at U18 and U20 level, made 23 appearances for the Warriors.
Charlie Atkinson confirms new club
Leicester Tigers have signed former Wasps fly-half Charlie Atkinson on a long-term deal with immediate effect.
The 21-year-old was among the 167 Wasps players, coaches and staff who were made redundant last month when Wasps Holdings Limited went into administration.
Ulster tie down Ireland star
reland second row Kieran Treadwell has pledged his long-term future to Ulster after agreeing to a new three-year contract with the province until the summer of 2026.
A day after announcing two-year contract extensions for Ireland pair Rob Herring and Nick Timoney, the province have secured another of their key contributors beyond the end of this season.
Former Wasps duo find new club
Former Wasps stars Matteo Minozzi and Nizaam Carr have found new clubs after departing suspended and relegated Wasps last month.
Minozzi has now agreed to join Benetton until the end of June 2023 with an option to extend through to summer 2025. Meanwhile, Carr has returned to South Africa to rejoin the Bulls.
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