PREM Rugby transfers: Bristol want Alfie Barbeary to replace Bill Mata as Saracens face losing three stars, Sale eye Gloucester scrum-half, Exeter set to tie down international trio… and Eddie Jones reveals ‘dream’ to switch codes and coach in NRL

Bristol Bears are targeting Saracens No 8 Alfie Barbeary, who has a break clause in his contract, as they prepare for the potential departure of injured back-rower Bill Mata. Saracens also face the prospect of losing Argentina internationals Juan Martin Gonzalez and Lucio Cinti due to international scheduling conflicts. Meanwhile, Sale Sharks are pursuing Gloucester scrum-half Caolan Englefield to strengthen their quota of English-qualified players.

Exeter Chiefs are closing in on contract extensions for key international trio Henry Slade, Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, and Dafydd Jenkins following fresh investment from Black Knight. Separately, current Japan head coach Eddie Jones revealed that coaching in the NRL is his dream once his contract expires after next year's World Cup, ruling out any future advisory roles in the PREM.