Former England winger Chris Ashton has left Sale after reaching an agreement to terminate his contract early.
The ex-Saracens and Northampton star joined Sale from French Top 14 side Toulon in July 2018.
PLAYER NEWS | Chris Ashton to leave Sale Sharks with immediate effect.
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Ashton scored 20 tries in 44 England Tests, winning his last international cap in February last year.
In a statement, Sale revealed: “The club and Chris have reached a mutual agreement regarding the termination of his Sale Sharks contract and he will leave the club immediately.
They added: “Sale Sharks would like to thank Chris for his efforts whilst at the club and wish him and his family all the best for the future.”
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