Sale confirm Henry Thomas and James Gaskell departures

As revealed by Neil Fissler in The Rugby Paper on December 22, Henry Thomas and James Gaskell will leave Sale at the end of the season.
Tighthead prop Thomas, who was included in the England squad for the Six Nations following David Wilson’s injury, is reported to be on his way to Bath to pursue his international ambition.
Former Sharks and England Saxons captain Gaskell wants to move to London for a different challenge after six years in Manchester and has been linked with Wasps.
Sale director of rugby Steve Diamond said: “Jamma (Gaskell) and Henry are moving on at the end of the season and replacements are being sought as we speak.
“We’re confident that we’ll replace the lads and we wish them all the best. It’s the nature of the beast that while some players want to stay other wish to move on.
“Henry is of the opinion that he’ll progress further internationally by moving on. As regards to Jamma, he’s moving to London after being at Sale for six years and he wants a change in his life as well as a different challenge.
“With both Henry and Jamma it’s not a money issue as to why they are moving on – it’s purely for rugby/lifestyle reasons. There’s no rancour or bad feeling and we’ll wish both of the lads good luck when they do move on.”