14-test All Black Hoskins Sotutu appears a step closer to a long-discussed move to England

Premiership side Saracens are reportedly in talks with the Blues number eight - with Newcastle and Gloucester also in the running.

Sotutu qualifies for England through his mother and Fiji through his father and - having played his last test for New Zealand at the end of 2022 - becomes eligible for both later this month.

The 27-year-old is the reigning Super Rugby Pacific Player of the Year - but has remained out of favour with All Blacks selectors.

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