Saracens star\u00a0Alex Lozowski\u00a0is once again the subject of international and club-level speculation, with reports suggesting the versatile back could yet explore a switch away from England \u2013 while also being linked with a possible move to\u00a0Sale Sharks.<\/p>\n
Join RUCK\u2019s Instagram broadcast channel <\/a>and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone.<\/p>\n Lozowski, 32, has long been admired for his ability to cover\u00a0fly-half, centre, wing and full-back, making him one of the most adaptable backs in the Premiership. Now, with his Saracens future unclear, his name has resurfaced in connection with both\u00a0Italy\u00a0and a potential move north to Manchester.<\/p>\n Italy switch rumours resurface<\/p>\n The England international has previously been linked with a shock switch to\u00a0Italy, having qualified through\u00a0Italian heritage\u00a0\u2013 reports have varied over whether this is via his grandmother or father. The Azzurri were understood to have explored the possibility during his lengthy England exile, though no move ultimately materialised.<\/p>\n Lozowski won\u00a0five England caps\u00a0between\u00a02017 and 2018, with his most recent appearance coming in\u00a0November 2018. Despite strong club form and involvement in England training squads since, he has not added to his Test tally, leaving the door ajar for renewed speculation whenever Italy eligibility is mentioned.<\/p>\n Sale Sharks interest explained<\/p>\n At club level, Lozowski has been heavily linked with\u00a0Sale Sharks, with director of rugby\u00a0Alex Sanderson\u00a0confirming earlier this week that he hopes to complete\u00a0two signings\u00a0in the coming weeks. Lozowski was understood to be one of the names under consideration as Sale look to strengthen their backline for next season.<\/p>\n However, Sanderson has since\u00a0added Joe Marchant\u00a0to his ranks for next season, making a move for Lozowski\u00a0less likely \u2013 but not completely off the table.<\/p>\n 2027 Rugby World Cup draw confirmed: England play Wales<\/p>\n As the host nation, Australia\u00a0was placed\u00a0in Pool A, while the rest of the line-up\u00a0was revealed\u00a0as the teams\u00a0were drawn.<\/p>\n Men\u2019s Rugby World Cup\u00a0is heading\u00a0to Australia and organisers\u00a0announced\u00a0that it would be bigger than ever in welcoming the world: 24 nations and territories, seven cities, six weeks, one cup. Fans\u00a0had been invited\u00a0to register their interest for pre-sale details.<\/p>\n World Rugby Chair Brett Robinson\u00a0was joined\u00a0on stage by former Rugby World Cup winner and All Blacks legend Dan Carter, Australia\u2019s most-capped male player, James Slipper, and Australian Olympics gold medallist, Alicia Lucas, as they conducted the draw.<\/p>\n Each of the six pools\u00a0featured\u00a0a team from Bands 1, 2, 3 and 4.<\/p>\n The confirmed Bands based on rankings\u00a0were:<\/p>\n Band 1:\u00a0South Africa, New Zealand, England, Ireland, France, Argentina 2027 Rugby World Cup draw:<\/p>\n Pool A<\/p>\n New Zealand\u00a0\u2013 Perennial contenders with flair, power and unmatched rugby IQ. Pool B<\/p>\n South Africa\u00a0\u2013 Brutal, relentless, and brutally efficient\u2014never count them out. Pool C<\/p>\n Argentina\u00a0\u2013 Dynamic, crafty, and fiercely competitive with a never-say-die spirit. CONTINUES ON PAGE TWO<\/a><\/p>\n Like this:<\/p>\n Like Loading…<\/p>\n
Band 2:\u00a0Australia, Fiji, Scotland, Italy, Wales, Japan
Band 3:\u00a0Georgia, Uruguay, Spain, USA, Chile, Tonga
Band 4:\u00a0Samoa, Portugal, Romania, Hong Kong China, Zimbabwe, Canada<\/p>\n
Australia\u00a0\u2013 Unpredictable but dangerous, capable of brilliance on their day.
Chile\u00a0\u2013 Fast-improving newcomers bringing passion and fearless physicality.
Hong Kong China\u00a0\u2013 Skillful, energetic, and eager to prove themselves on the global stage.<\/p>\n
Italy\u00a0\u2013 Developing rapidly, mixing strong set-piece work with expanding ambition.
Georgia\u00a0\u2013 Scrum specialists with raw forward strength and growing all-round polish.
Romania\u00a0\u2013 Proud and powerful, known for toughness and unwavering fight.<\/p>\n
Fiji\u00a0\u2013 Magical offloads, searing pace, and unique unpredictability.
Spain\u00a0\u2013 Determined climbers building consistency and confidence every year.
Canada\u00a0\u2013 Physical and committed, working to regain their traditional sharpness.<\/p>\n