Clubs shouldn’t have to subsidise pro rugby, says O’Sullivan

AIL clubs are baulking at the prospect of financing overseas players on provincial contracts.

Newly-promoted Division One club UL/Bohemians is one of a number of clubs which believes it should not be sponsoring players who will be on provincial duty for most of the season.

Club president Martin O'Sullivan said: "When players come to Ireland on a provincial contract, clubs are asked to bid for their services as well and, in Munster at any rate, are asked to provide accommodation and transport for the individual.