Owen Farrell’s comeback stalls as concussion rules him out of Sale clash

It is another blow to the 30-year-old, who was making his comeback after four months out

Owen Farrell has been ruled out of Saracens’ match against Sale (Andrew Matthews/PA)

Owen Farrell’s comeback from repeated ankle injuries has stalled for concussion reasons arising from Saracens’ Gallagher Premiership victory over Bristol.

Farrell was replaced in the 71st minute of the clash in north London on Saturday after departing for an HIA, which he passed.