Henry Pollock, a promising 21-year-old rugby player, recently opted to extend his contract with Northampton Saints despite receiving multiple lucrative offers. According to Eddie Hearn, Pollock's adviser, the player turned down rival deals worth significantly more than his new contract, which secures him over £400,000 a year until summer 2028.

Hearn highlighted the competitive landscape during Pollock's negotiations:

• Domestic offers from other Premiership clubs
• International offers that exceeded the £1 million mark annually

Pollock's decision was straightforward; he expressed a desire to remain with his boyhood club, indicating that financial incentives were secondary to loyalty. Hearn noted:

"He left a lot of money on the table to stay with Northampton. But it wasn't even a tough decision for him."

Despite not reaching the targeted salary, Pollock's endorsement deals have pushed his total earnings comfortably over £1 million annually. Hearn emphasized the extensive interest from various brands seeking to work with Pollock.

Looking ahead, Pollock is also aiming to represent Great Britain in rugby sevens at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. While his current contract does not guarantee dedicated training time for this pursuit, Hearn stated that discussions with the club about such opportunities are ongoing.

Hearn expressed his concerns regarding the current salary cap of £6.4 million for Premiership clubs, advocating for its removal to allow players to maximize their earning potential. He warned that losing talents like Pollock would be detrimental to English rugby, stating:

"You could have lost Pollock and it would have been a disaster for English rugby."

Hearn's ambitions extend beyond advising individual players; he plans to engage with Prem Rugby to explore broader promotional opportunities within the sport, aiming to replicate his success in boxing, darts, and snooker.