Former England international Jonathan Joseph is close to extending his stay with the historical club French Biarritz Olympique, ending speculations about his future, remaining with the Pro D2 side until June 2026.
Bath have finally acknowledged the departure of Jonathan Joseph 15 days after the ex-England midfielder was confirmed as a signing for the 2023/24 season by Biarritz, the French Pro D2 club.
Bath centre Jonathan Joseph recently spoke of fears that his England career could be over, prompting an approach from Toulon in the Top 14.
It was November in Llanelli when Jonathan Joseph was last picked to play for England by Eddie Jones and he now fears his Test career is over.
England haven't been shy turning to players outside their official World Cup 31 to help them through Friday night's final warm-up against Italy, but Steve Borthwick has played down injury concerns.
Jonathan Joseph used Bath's return to a happy hunting ground to press his claim for an England recall, but a 26-19 victory over Bristol came at the cost of a shoulder injury to Joe Cokanasiga.
Jonathan Joseph's season is over and with it any chance of touring South Africa with England this summer.
