Transfer Round-Up: Tadhg Furlong, Jonathan Joseph, Anthony Watson...
Rugby NewsMonday, 10 May 2021 at 15:38
Round-up of rugby transfer rumours. All the latest speculation linking players with moves. Please remember these are internet rumours, gathered in one place for your convenience, not RUCK stories.
EXTENSION: It has been confirmed that Ireland and Leinster prop Tadhg Furlong has extended his IRFU contract until the end of the 2021/22 season. FULL STORY
DONE: All Black prospect Ngani Laumape has decided to forgo the chance of representing New Zealand after agreeing a deal with Stade Francais in the Top 14. FULL STORY
DONE: England international Kieran Brookes' heavily-rumoured move to Toulon appears to have been confirmed by Wasps legend, Lawrence Dallaglio. FULL STORY
DONE: Connacht have confirmed that their South African-born lock Quinn Roux is to leave the province this summer on foot of an anticipated move to Toulon. FULL STORY
SINGED: Bristol Bears have confirmed the signing of Scotland international Jake Kerr on a short-term contract with immediate effect. FULL STORY
REPORTS: Scarlets are set to sign Argentina back row Tomas Lezana from the Western Force to beef up their pack for next season. FULL STORY
RUMOURS: Toulon have reportedly opened talks with Bath RFC centre Jonathan Joseph, according to The Rugby Paper.
STAYING: Scrum-half TJ Perenara has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby and the Hurricanes until 2023 after deciding against a switch to rugby league. FULL STORY
GONE: Former Canterbury coach Glenn Delaney has resigned as head coach of Welsh club Scarlets after guiding them to a derby win over Ospreys. FULL STORY
NEW DEAL? Lions call-up Anthony Watson, who is contracted with Bath until the end of next season, is set to sign an extension with the black, blue and whites.
GONE: One of the biggest characters in the Bath Rugby squad, lock Elliott Stooke, will leave the club for Wasps Rugby next season as reported earlier in the year. FULL STORY
SIGNED: The Ospreys regional rugby franchise can confirm the signing of utility back Michael Collins on a two-year deal. FULL STORY
STAYING: Worcester loosehead prop Lewis Holsey is the latest player to commit his future to the club by signing a contract extension. FULL STORY
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