Finn Russell returns from concussion for Scotland Six Nations clash with France

Finn Russell returns from concussion for Scotland’s Six Nations match against France in Paris on Friday. Picture: Jane Barlow

Gregor Townsend has insisted Scotland secured a “satisfactory” deal to have five English-based players released for their Six Nations finale against France.

Scotland must do without Saracens wing Sean Maitland and a string of squad players for Friday night’s Paris clash, that had been delayed due to an earlier coronavirus outbreak in Les Bleus’ squad.