Rugby Transfer Rumour Round-Up: Cooper, North O'Mahony, Stander

Round-up of rugby transfer rumours. All the latest online speculation linking players with moves. Please remember these are internet rumours, gathered in one place for your convenience, not RUCK stories.

Leicester Tigers are targetting Newcastle Falcons’ Argentinian hooker Santiago Socino as a replacement for Harry Thacker, who is on the verge of joining Bristol. - The Rugby Paper

Quade Cooper’s stint at Queensland Reds looks to have ended after he was reportedly told he is no longer part of the club’s plans. Sale Sharks are reportedly keen to sign the playmaker - Rugby Inside Line

Harlequins are in the running to land former Wallaby centre Ben Tapuaii from Bath when his contract expires at the end of the season. - The Rugby Paper

CJ Stander’s contract negotiations have stalled and the South African-born powerhouse could almost triple his current salary by moving to a French club, reportedly Toulon. - The Irish Times

Dragons have turned their attention to George North after bagging Ross Moriarty. - Wales Online

Gloucester have emerged as surprise favourites to land Munster captain Peter O’Mahony after the flanker rejected the Irish Rugby Unions latest contract offer. - Numerous

Leicester are targeting Wasps number eight Guy Thompson to improve their squad for next season. - The Rugby Paper

Edinburgh scrum-half Sam Hidalgo-Clyne has Bath, London Irish and Newcastle Falcons all chasing his signature. - The Rugby Paper