ON THE BLINDSIDE - BY NEIL FISSLER

Former England full-back Mike Brown looks unlikely to be turning out for either Sale Sharks or Championship big guns Ealing Trailfinders next season.

Brown, who is a free agent after leaving Newcastle at the end of last season, had been linked with both clubs but has told friends that as it stands he won’t be moving to either club.

The veteran star, who will be 37 in September, is keen to continue his career but is still waiting for his phone to ring with a contract offer.

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