#3. Ellis Genge (Bristol Bears) – £520,000
One of the most dynamic props in England, Bristol-born Genge made his debut for his country as a replacement in a 27-13 win over Wales at Twickenham Stadium in 2016.
Ellis was included in the squad for England’s 2016 touring party to Australia and won the 2016/17 Land Rover Discovery of the Year award. A former No 8, the ex-Old Redcliffians’ player was educated at John Cabot City Technology College and led Hartpury College to two AASE Championship titles.
Ellis represented England U17, U18 and U19 before featuring in eight matches for the U20 side in 2015, including the World Rugby Championship final against New Zealand. Ellis was a regular member of England squads under Eddie Jones and was part of the squad that reached the 2019 Rugby World Cup final.
Four years later, Ellis featured Steve Borthwick’s squad for the 2023 edition of the tournament. He was recently named in Borthwick’s squad for the Guinness Men’s Six Nations 2024.