Ross linked with return to his roots next season

IRISH prop Mike Ross is being lined up for a possible move back to his native Munster next season.

It’s understood that the IRFU are looking at relocating the Leinster tight head back to Munster where the need for a quality No 3 is significantly greater going forward.

After starting his rugby career with Cork Constitution, Ross spent four years with Harlequins in England before signing for Leinster in 2009. His performance in the front row for Joe Schmidt’s squad catapulted him into the frame for this year’s Six Nations, starting both games against Italy and France.