"297 combined caps" - Five quality free agents that are still without clubs

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by Rugby Rucker

Monday, 20 June 2022 at 11:33

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These players will cost you precisely nothing in transfer fees and are available for your club to sign right now.

#1. Pablo Matera

Age: 28
Position: Back-row
Country: Argentina
Caps: 78

One and done. It's been confirmed Argentina captain Matera won’t be back for a second year at the Crusaders in New Zealand, meaning he's now a free agent.

The hard-nosed Puma, who played for Leicester Tigers between 2013 and 2014, is set to announce his latest destination in the coming days.

Pablo Matera of Argentina on the break slipping the tackle from Sam Underhill of England Rugby and then tackled by Alex Lozowski of England Rugby during the International Old Mutual Wealth Series match between England v Argentina on 11th November 2017 at Twickenham Stadium, London, England (Photo:Phil Mingo/PPAUK),

#2. Matt To'omua

Age: 32
Position: Centre
Country: Australia
Caps: 59

By releasing To’omua a year early from his lucrative contract, the Rebels are preparing to chase off-contract Wallabies star Samu Kerevi. Another former Tiger, the experienced centre is likely heading to Japan.

Matt Toomua of Leicester Tigers is tackled by Mat Symons of Harlequins during the Gallagher Premiership Match between Harlequins and Leicester Tigers at Twickenham Stoop, London on May 3. - PHOTO: Tom Sandberg/PPAUK

#3. Mike Brown

Age: 36
Position: Fullback
Country: England
Caps: 72

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

#4. Nick Phipps

Age: 33
Position: Scrum-half
Country: Australia
Caps: 72

Phipp joined London Irish in January 2019 and has made 65 appearances for the club since, scoring six Premiership tries this term. He was confirmed as one of 20 departures earlier this month with an impending move to Japan heavily reported.

Nick Phipps of Australia toss the ball out from the ruck during the QBE Autumn International Match between England and Australia at Twickenham Stadium on November 29nd, 2014 in London, England. - Photo mandatory by-line: Tom Sandberg/Pinnacle - Tel: +44(0)1363 881025 - Mobile: 0797 1270 681 - 29/11/2014 - SPORT - RUGBY UNION - QBE Autumn International - Twickenham Stadium, London, UK

#5. Danny Cipriani

Age: 34
Position: Fly-half
Country: England
Caps: 16

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 was reportedly set to sign with Dallas Jackals in the USA before he recieved a mega offer from Japan.

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