Wilkinson signs with Toulon

Jonny Wilkinson is to quit English rugby after signing a deal with Toulon, Newcastle have confirmed.

Mon, 18 May, 2009 - 18:37

Jonny Wilkinson is to quit English rugby after signing a deal with Toulon, Newcastle have confirmed.

England’s 2003 World Cup-winning fly-half is one of a raft of acquisitions made by the big-spending French club for next season.

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