London Irish have been given a one-week extension by the Rugby Football Union in a surprise move which could keep the Premiership outfit afloat.
Under threat of being kicked out of the English top flight, the club – who finished fifth in the Premiership this season – have been afforded seven more days to prove they can fund a team next season.
The club have until 4pm on 6 June to prove that either current owner Mick Crossan can stump up the cash to keep the club alive for another year or a new consortium can complete their takeo
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