Lewis Ludlam and Kyle Sinckler: Toulon signs Bristol prop and Northampton flanker.

Both 31-year-old Bristol prop Sinckler and 28-year-old Northampton back-rower Ludlam will cross the English Channel on three-year contracts.

Both players’ dreams of playing for England would essentially come to an end if they chose the three-time Champions Cup champions.

Steve Borthwick, the England head coach, is not allowed to choose players who are based with clubs abroad due to current regulations.

With seven matches of the regular season left, Toulon, who won the final of their four French crowns in 2014, are presently ranked sixth in the rankings.

According to Toulon club president Bernard Lemaitre, “They are two good signings who will complete our forward pack for many years.” Lemaitre spoke to the news .