Tom Willis to Saracens
The Premiership had to bid farewell to hard-hitting back-rower Tom Willis, following the unfortunate collapse of Wasps back in October. However, Willis is set to make his return to England, as he has agreed a move to Saracens ahead of the 2023/24 campaign. Like his brother Jack, Tom Willis found a new home in France after his boyhood club entered administration.
Willis was promptly picked up by Top 14 side Bordeaux-Begles, and muscled his way into a back-row slot. However, after less than a full season in France, Willis is ready to return to the Premiership, with the Sarries faithful eagerly anticipating his arrival at the StoneX Stadium.
Willis’ brother Jack opted to extend his stay in France, as he signed a three-year contract extension with Toulouse. However Premiership fans are ready to see the return of one of Wasps’ favourite sons, with his bone-crunching tackles and breakdown prowess sorely missed last season.
Willis seemed to have joined Mark McCall’s side as a potential replacement for Billy Vunipola, who’s Saracens future was previously uncertain. However the 30-year-old has now been called into the England squad by Steve Borthwick, and will be ready to battle for his number eight jersey once Willis arrives at Saracens. The retirement of Jackson Wray opens up a spot on the blindside flank, which Willis may have to occupy if Vunipola remains with the Men in Black.