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“Our members are in a position that WRFC Players Ltd, the company that holds their contract, does not manage. This situation leaves players in a no-win situation, payday is approaching and incapable of terminating the contract if they wish to pursue opportunities elsewhere” – RPA

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Worcester Warriors have been suspended from all RFU competitions after missing deadlines to meet the requirements necessary to continue

The Rugby Players Association has asked for an ‘urgent provision of clarity’ to Worcester Warriors players, with the club being suspended but players currently unable to move elsewhere.

Worcester was put into administration earlier this week after being suspended from all tournaments by the Rugby League, for missing a deadline to demonstrate plans put in place to continue the ongoing financial crisis. cover it.

Worcester was suspended by the RFU on Monday for failing to meet a 5pm deadline to provide the regulator with proof that it possessed the required insurance, was able to afford pay and had a “reliable plan” trusted to move the club forward”.

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The Warriors are saddled with more than £25m in debt, with HMRC’s moratorium due in October.

Sixways club players and staff have not received their full wages, with the lack of funds leading to major operational shortfalls and staff at the club speaking out earlier this month about the lack of funds. unpaid.

With the club suspended, RPA has confirmed that WRFC Players Ltd, the company that holds the contracts for Worcester’s players, currently has no management rights, meaning there is no possibility of termination and move to other place.

“Our members are currently in a position that WRFC Players Ltd, the company holding their contracts, does not manage, while WRFC Trading Ltd (management) has been involved in the management process,” the statement said. RPA’s statement on Thursday wrote.

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Worcester center Ollie Lawrence says his club being put into administration cannot be allowed to happen to other teams in the Premiership

“This situation leaves the players in a no-win situation, with payday approaching, the club suspended, a tortuous petition to be launched next week and the inability to score. terminate the contract if they want to pursue opportunities elsewhere.

“The directors of WRFC Players Limited, and at the request of the administrators of WRFC Trading Ltd (management), must provide clarity on the proposed strategy to WRFC Players Ltd because, without players, There does not appear to be a viable long-term future for the Worcester Warriors.This clarity must be provided urgently as this situation cannot continue.

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England head coach Eddie Jones says he is concerned for the future of Worcester and Wasps and feels for both the players and the fans

“While we acknowledge the work going on behind the scenes, we urge the directors of WRFC Players Limited and all stakeholders to confirm their intentions with regard to WRFC Players Limited immediately. “