Louis Rees-Zammit set to make shock move

The 25-year-old only returned to rugby union last year following his high-profile stint in the NFL, but he now looks poised to become just the second rugby player to sign with Eddie Hearn’s rapidly growing sports talent agency.

Henry Pollock became the first rugby union player to join Matchroom over the weekend, marking a significant step in Hearn’s ambition to branch beyond boxing and build a diverse stable of elite athletes.

Hearn was recently spotted at Wales’ victory over Italy in the Six Nations Championship, where several players — including Rees-Zammit — are believed to be on his radar as potential signings.

Pollock, meanwhile, made headlines on the pitch as part of a Northampton Saints side that edged Saracens at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday.

The young forward even added to the speculation by producing a boxing-themed celebration when team-mate Archie McParland scored a dramatic late try.

There is little doubt that Rees-Zammit would fit seamlessly into Matchroom’s vision. Widely regarded as the most recognisable figure in Welsh rugby, the electrifying winger combines elite athleticism with global appeal — making him an ideal candidate as Hearn looks to expand his footprint across the sporting world.

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