London Irish ordered to pay wages in full by end of day or face suspension

London Irish have been told by the RFU to pay their players and staff in full by the end of the day. If they fail to do so they will be facing suspension from the Premiership

DEADLINE: London Irish fans wave flags in the stands. Pic: PA

London Irish have been told by the Rugby Football Union to pay their players and staff in full by the end of the day. If they fail to do so they will be facing suspension from the Premiership.

Irish were clinging to the hope of a week’s extension to Tuesday’s deadline for either the proposed takeover to be completed or the owner Mick Crossan to guarantee funds for next season, but it remains to be seen if the RFU will grant the Exiles another seven days.