David Moffett has urged the Welsh Rugby Union to initiate talks with powerbrokers in England over the prospect of an Anglo-Welsh league.
The outspoken former WRU CEO believes Wales' four professional sides would be better served playing over the bridge than in the United Rugby Championship.
With London Irish, Wasps and Worcester Warriors having gone to the wall, Moffett insists this is the perfect time for the WRU to make their move.