- Gloucester No 8 Zach Mercer is contemplating a transfer to Toulon in 2025
- Mercer departed Montpellier final yr however has been disregarded of England squad
Gloucester star Zach Mercer is contemplating a return to France after being given a tour of the Toulon coaching centre this week.
The No8 left a big-money contract in Montpellier final season to pursue his dream of England choice below Steve Borthwick. However regardless of his spectacular particular person kind for the Cherry and Whites this season, the 26-year-old has been disregarded of the squad for this summer time’s tour of Japan and New Zealand.
Mail Sport understands Mercer is dedicated to his contract at Kingsholm subsequent season however Toulon are eager to recruit him in 2025. He has three years remaining on his deal, that means Toulon would wish to pay a hefty switch price.
Gloucester’s Zach Mercer is contemplating making a return to France with Toulon in 2025
Steve Borthwich left Mercer out of the England squad for the tour of Japan and New Zealand
Mercer was spectacular as he helped Montpellier to win their first-ever home title
Toulon gave Mercer a tour of their coaching centre and are desirous to signal him subsequent yr
Mercer was awarded the celebrated Participant of the 12 months award within the Prime 14 after main Montpellier to their first-ever home title. France-based gamers are ineligible for England choice however Mercer’s return dwelling has not materialised the way in which he hoped.
Ben Earl, Alex Dombrandt and Tom Willis have all been chosen forward of him, with Mercer not profitable a world cap since he was chosen by Eddie Jones in 2018.
