Ian Madigan open to playing for ‘any of the provinces’

Ian Madigan insists he is not actively seeking to leave Bordeaux, although the out-half admits he is keen on a move back to Ireland.

Reports in France this week suggested the Dubliner, who left Leinster for the Top 14 last summer, had sought an early release from his two-year contract.

Midi Olympique reported the 27-year-old met with Bordeaux president Laurent Marti in the hope he could pave the way for a move, with a number of English clubs said to be interested.