RFU Urged to Finalize Hybrid Contract Details Amid Growing Frustration

Premiership coaches and clubs express urgency for clarity on enhanced EPS contracts to retain England players domestically.

Premiership coaches report ongoing uncertainty about the RFU's hybrid contracts, with key players like Jamie George and Maro Itoje still awaiting finalized agreements.
RFU's new hybrid contracts aim to prevent top players from moving abroad by offering significant financial top-ups, yet details remain scarce.
Negotiations for the Professional Game Partnership, crucial for the contracts, are delayed, causing recruitment challenges for clubs.
Saracens, among other clubs, face potential squad disruptions if contract specifics are not confirmed soon.
Injuries and player movements continue to complicate team dynamics, with Saracens' Olly Hartley suffering a severe knee injury.