RFU STATEMENT: Future of Henry Arundell and Jack Willis

In contrast, Jack Willis won't be able to partake in the Six Nations due to his decision to re-sign with Toulouse following his emergency departure from Wasps, who also faced financial difficulties.

"Any players who went abroad as an outcome of their clubs going out of business and who needed to find employment overseas as a result will be available for the Six Nations in 2024,” RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney said.

“We want the best English players playing in England. In Henry’s case, he will be available for the 2024 Six Nations and then we will work very hard with him and with the Premiership, so that hopefully he can get a contract to come back to England.”

The RFU anticipates receiving the Professional Game Board's approval for Arundell's availability in the coming weeks.

Let's venture into the realm of imagination and explore the potential trajectory that awaits Borthwick's formidable team.

After a historic defeat to the Pacific Islanders last month, England is poised to seek redemption in the quarter-finals. Steve Borthwick's squad aims to erase the memory of their lackluster performance, and with their recent form, they stand a strong chance of advancing to the semi-finals.

If the French can secure victory against South Africa in the quarter-finals, they will face England in Paris in the next stage. Despite Dupont's injury, he will be available for the match. However, England might capitalise on a fatigued French team that expended every ounce of effort to eliminate the Springboks in the previous round.

To be the best you've got to beat the best. Steve Borthwick's men will have to beat the number one side in the world if they're to lift the Webb Ellis Cup for a second time.

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