London Irish look set to be given short deadline extension for takeover attempt

London Irish could be granted a deadline extension to try and complete a takeover of the club (Clive Gee/PA)

London Irish look set to be granted a short deadline extension by the Rugby Football Union as they try to complete a takeover deal with an American consortium.

Irish had faced the possibility of suspension from the Gallagher Premiership on Wednesday as their hopes of meeting an RFU deadline regarding their finances for next season appeared bleak.