Bristol want two England stars:
The Bristol Bears are reportedly interested in signing two more England internationals as they aim to win their first Premiership title.
Their head coach, Pat Lam, is reportedly looking to rebuild the team’s roster after a disappointing season that has left them at the bottom of the table.
According to RUCK, it is rumored that Charles Piutau and Semi Radradra may leave the club, which would free up a significant amount of money for the Bears to use in their pursuit of new players.
They are reportedly targeting Sale Sharks flanker Tom Curry and Leicester Tigers winger Anthony Watson as they look to strengthen their squad.
Both players are said to be out of contract this summer and could potentially be signed by the Bears.
Townsend to France
There are reports in France that Gregor Townsend has already decided to depart Scotland when his contract expires following the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Midi Olympique, a well-regarded sports publication in France, has reported that Townsend is one of several candidateswho have applied for the position of attack coach on Fabien Galthie’s staff for the French national team.
Galthie, the head coach of France, is looking to fill the vacancy left by Laurent Labit, who will be joining Stade Francais after the World Cup.
England forward to leave Saints (The Rugby Paper)
According to The Rugby Paper, Saints have begun preparations for the potential departure of David Ribbans, an England international player.
They are currently exploring options for top-level locks to potentially acquire in the upcoming summer.
Ribbans, a 27-year-old player born in South Africa, has earned four caps for the England national team since his debut against Argentina in November and has a clause in his contract with the Saints that allows him to leave the team this year.