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Bristol Backline Crisis Deepens as Rees‑Zammit Ruled Out for Weeks and Jenkins Faces Surgery

Bristol report roughly 15 backs unavailable, prompting a short‑term signing before Exeter.

Overview

  • Louis Rees‑Zammit has a foot sprain, is in a moon boot, and is expected to miss the next few weeks, putting his availability for Wales’ November opener in doubt.
  • Centre Joe Jenkins suffered a proximal hamstring rupture and will undergo surgery this weekend, with the club saying he is sidelined until 2026.
  • Pat Lam says around 15 backs are unavailable for training this week, forcing a modified preparation focused on classroom work over full sessions.
  • Argentina international Matías Moroni has been signed on a short‑term deal as backline cover, though he arrives Saturday and is not in contention before then.
  • The setbacks follow earlier surgeries for AJ MacGinty, Harry Randall and Gabriel Ibitoye, while Tom Jordan has been declared available to face Exeter.