Gloucester:
Likely excluded player: Zach Mercer
According to a source cited by The Telegraph, the final installment of Mercer’s four-year deal has the potential to increase to as much as £475,000.
Harlequins:
Likely excluded player: Marcus Smith
Recognised for his exceptional playmaking abilities, Marcus Smith is a rising star in the world of rugby. The talented Harlequins player is expected to be a key figure as a likely excluded player, showcasing his prowess on the field.
Leicester Tigers:
Excluded player: Handre Pollard
Amidst a period of diminished player movement, the Tigers’ choice to invest approximately £600,000 annually in Pollard set them apart from the rest of the league.
Leicester marks the latest chapter in Pollard’s career, which commenced with the Bulls in Pretoria, included a stint in Japan, and a stop in Montpellier after potential interest from Bath did not materialize.
