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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Latham-Coyle

Prem Rugby confirms major change to salary cap rules amid expansion plans

Bath’s Finn Russell is thought to be one of the Prem’s best-paid players - (PA)

Prem Rugby clubs will be required to meet a minimum salary cap spend of £5.4m under new plans to expand the league’s commercial profile and competitiveness.

The English top-flight is moving away from a traditional promotion and relegation model to an expansion league, with expressions of interest and a tender process opening next season as it works towards a goal of adding two new teams by 2030.

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