With the success of Joseph Suaalii from rugby league so evident in union, perhaps it\u2019s time for other nations to revisit the code switch that has worked so well in the past.<\/p>\n
In England, former stars like Jason Robinson and Chris Ashton made a huge success of their careers when switching over from the 13-man game, and even Andy Farrell has gone on to become one of the most revered coaches in world rugby since his conversion in the autumn of his playing career.<\/p>\n
However, there\u2019s been limited code-switch success in England in recent years, with Sam Burgess\u2019s 2014\/15 nightmare<\/a> seemingly putting a curse on those who have attempted to cross over since.<\/p>\n As Suaalii\u2019s success shows, however, the right switch can prove hugely beneficial for both player and union.<\/p>\n Here are five players that the RFU should approach to make the switch to union.<\/p>\n Herbie Farnworth<\/p>\n England rugby union have not had a world-class, out-and-out inside centre in years. They\u2019re blessed with top quality outside centres and fly-halves that can slot into 12, but they don\u2019t have anyone of the Ma\u2019a Nonu or Joseph Suaalii<\/a> ilk.<\/p>\n This is where Herbie Farnworth can come in<\/a>.<\/p>\n Once a part of the Manchester United youth development squad, the young athlete showed all the attributes to be a top star in whichever sport he chose. The now 25-year-old found his calling in rugby league, where he has become one of the biggest stars in the NRL of Australia. <\/p>\n An England international, the centre is a powerful runner with great hands and a terrific sense of the tryline \u2013 all attributes that could make him a huge success if he returned to union, a code he played as a youngster.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Dom Young<\/p>\n There\u2019s certainly no shortage of depth in the England ranks for wingers, but to have the explosive Dom Young at your disposal could be a very welcome bonus. One of the most deadly finishers in the NRL, the Newcastle Knights\u2019 wideman has pure gas and can step or power over defences in whichever fashion he chooses.<\/p>\n At a remarkable 6 ft 7 in, Young towers above his teammates, using his long, rangy legs to speed past defences. With rugby union taking advantage of the kick-pass with increased frequency, his added height could become a real bonus should he decide to make the move over.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n PREM Rugby Team of the Week: \u2018Scary good\u2019 England star drops latest \u2018statement display\u2019 as Owen Farrell \u2018oozes class\u2019<\/a><\/p>\n Jack Welsby<\/p>\n