Our weekly 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.
SIGNED: Pat Lam has added another Bristolian to his Bears squad, signing tighthead prop Ashley Challenger on a one-year deal. FULL STORY
RUMOUR: Bristol Bears could reportedly switch their attention to Leicester captain Ellis Genge if they miss out on Saracens loosehead Mako Vunipola, according to The Rugby Paper. FULL STORY
SIGNED: Sale Sharks have announced that England fly-half George Ford has signed a long-term contract to join the club ahead of the 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership season. FULL STORY
TARGETS: Leicester Tigers are in the market for a new fly-half and they have reportedly drafted a three-man shortlist to replace George Ford, who has signed a three-year contract with Sale Sharks. FULL STORY
DEFENCE: The Rugby Paper reports former Harlequins head of rugby and England defence coach Paul Gustard has been put top of the wanted list at Bath to plug the leaks. FULL STORY
RUMOUR: Exeter Chiefs second-row Sam Skinner has been put top of the shopping list of a pair of Premiership clubs according to the latest reports. FULL STORY
STAYING: The Blues know a good thing when they see it in Zarn Sullivan, signing the 21-year-old fullback to a three-year contract extension that will keep him at his home-town franchise through the 2024 season. FULL STORY
REPORTS: An article in France has suggested that Zach Mercer could return to the Premiership next summer with Bristol and Harlequins leading the chase.
DONE: Cardiff Rugby have confirmed Ben Murphy has left the region to join Doncaster Knights in the English Championship. FULL STORY
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