Bristol Bears prepare move for England and Saracens forward

RUCK transfer expert Charlie Elliott understands that Bristol have shown interest in the 25-year-old as they assess their options ahead of the 2027/28 season.

Dan is out of contract next summer and could emerge as one of the most sought-after forwards on the market should he become available.

The potential switch would represent a significant coup for Bristol, with Dan already an established England international despite facing fierce competition for the number two shirt.

A product of the Saracens academy, Dan has developed into one of the most explosive hookers in English rugby, combining his work at the set-piece with considerable pace and carrying ability around the field.

However, any departure from Saracens would come as something of a surprise given the impending retirement of Jamie George.

The England veteran has confirmed he will call time on his playing career next summer, seemingly opening the door for Dan to become Saracens' undisputed first-choice hooker.

That could make Bristol's attempts to lure him away from north London particularly difficult.