Overview

• Farrell, 33, is exploring an early release from his two-year Racing92 deal after a season disrupted by injury setbacks and a mid-season coaching change
• Gloucester and Leicester Tigers have registered interest in signing the former England captain if he becomes available
• Any Premiership suitor may face a compensation fee of around £500,000, mirroring what Racing92 paid Saracens last year
• Saracens director Mark McCall declined to comment on a potential return but lauded Farrell’s rugby intelligence and future coaching prospects
• Farrell’s move to France ended his England career under current selection policy, although he remains eligible for the British & Irish Lions