Two more Premiership teams join race for Chris Ashton
Transfer RumoursSunday, 17 January 2021 at 10:18
Harlequins speedster Chris Ashton was thought to to be “on his way” to Worcester Warriors, according to The Eggchasers Pod.
The podcast, which is a well respected weekly podcast that airs on Mondays, revealed the link.
However, The Rugby Paper is now reporting that Newcastle Falcons and Northampton Saints have joined the race to sign the 33-year-old speedster.
There is also reportedly a keen interest from Japan where a number of high-profile players, including Alex Goode and George Kruis, have made moves in recent time.
Ashton, who scored 20 tries in his 44 England caps, joined Quins in February 2020 after leaving Sale Sharks.
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The winger has a remarkable scoring record in all competitions including 20 tries in 44 England Tests.
At the time of signing, the former Saracens, Toulon and Northampton star was the Premiership’s third highest ever try-scorer with 86.
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Chris Ashton picks his five ‘definites’ for Lions XV
Rugby Union Weekly presenter and ex-England wing Chris Ashton has picked out his five 'definites' for his Lions XV to face the Springboks this summer.
1&2. Sam Underhill & Tom Curry (England)
"There is no debate with either Tom Curry or Sam Underhill. You're going to South Africa, you need tacklers. These two have proven that they are the best tacklers and poachers in the business. They are going to be essential playing against South Africa."
3. Finn Russell (Scotland)
"We've seen how good Finn is behind a good pack. I'm definitely going for him to start for the Lions in this situation."
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4. Jonny May (England)
"May is a straightforward choice; you can't argue with that. Jonny is doing what he's doing being an outstanding winger."
5. Jonathan Davies (Wales)
"Davies is a veteran of two tours. Finn Russell picking off Jonathan Davies on the gainline, that's a tantalising prospect."
EDITORS PICKS:
- England captain Owen Farrell ranks his top five rugby players
- The current 36-man Lions squad, according to the bookies
- Piers Morgan picks his all-time greatest rugby XV
- Every Premiership club’s best player out of contract in 2021
2021 British and Irish Lions dates
Saturday, 26 June: Lions v Japan - Murrayfield, Edinburgh
Saturday, 3 July: Stormers v Lions - Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town
Wednesday, 7 July: South Africa 'Invitational' v Lions - Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Port Elizabeth
Saturday, 10 July: Sharks v Lions - Jonsson Kings Park, Durban
Wednesday, 14 July: South Africa 'A' Team v Lions - Mbombela Stadium, Mbombela
Saturday, 17 July: Bulls v Lions - Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria
Saturday, 24 July (first Test): Springboks v Lions - FNB Stadium, Johannesburg
Saturday, 31 July (second Test): Springboks v Lions - Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town
Saturday, 7 August (third Test): Springboks v Lions - Emirates Airline Park, Johannesburg
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