Saracens will bid farewell to their captain and former England skipper Owen Farrell, who is set to join Racing, led by Stuart Lancaster, for next season.
The star-studded Racing squad will also feature fellow internationals Henry Arundell, Jack Nowell, Jack Willis, and David Ribbans in the Top14. Lewis Ludlam and Kyle Sinckler are also poised for moves to France in the next season.
Saracens’ director of rugby, Mark McCall, finds himself with financial resources to bolster his squad. Racing will reportedly pay around £500,000 to secure Farrell’s release from the remaining year of his contract.
Additionally, Farrell’s hefty salary of nearly £800,000 per year will be removed from Saracens’ wage bill.
However, the challenge of replacing him at fly-half is anticipated to be a formidable task for the club.
#1. Jonny May & Joe Cokanasiga
London’s Premiership champions are in the early stages of discussions with England wingers Jonny May and Joe Cokanasiga regarding a potential move to the capital at the conclusion of the season.
However, there’s no guarantee that either player will put pen to paper.
The Saracens is actively exploring options for the back three in the upcoming season, considering experienced Scotland and Lions tourist Sean Maitland, along with Alex Lewington and Ben Harris are set to leave the club.
May well and truly announced himself on the international stage with an extraordinary maiden Test try against New Zealand in November 2014.