Worcester Warriors given two deadlines by RFU amid uncertainties over their future

Worcester Warriors are racing against time as they are now given two more deadlines by the Rugby Football Union amid their financial instability.

The Warriors now have been given time until 26th September to provide evidence for an insurance cover - the fund needed for the monthly payroll, and a plan to take the club forward.

They are also handed a deadline until 12pm on 22nd September to prove they can host the upcoming weekend home fixture against Newcastle Falcons at Sixways as it was reported that their last home game against Exeter took place after the staff members were not paid their August payroll in full.

"We are grateful to the staff at Worcester Warriors for their hard work in being able to provide the required information to allow the games to go ahead last weekend and in the week ahead.

"The RFU has set the same conditions for the matches this weekend to go ahead as were in place for the previous weekend. These must be met by noon on Thursday 22 September as, in particular, Newcastle Falcons will be travelling on Friday 23 September.

"However, all parties remain concerned that the lack of available funds will not allow the club to be sustainable over the long term.

"In particular, the RFU is aware that insurance cover is only in place until midnight on Monday 26 September.

"Therefore, the RFU has written to Worcester Warriors to confirm they will be suspended from all competitions, including the Gallagher Premiership, Allianz Premier 15s and Allianz Cup if the club cannot evidence insurance cover in place, availability of funds to meet the monthly payroll, and a credible plan to take the club forward, by 5pm on 26 September. "