The playing future of Wallabies stars Taniela Tupou and Andrew Kellaway are up in the air amid reports the cash-strapped Melbourne Rebels have entered voluntary administration needing a bailout of up to $500,000 to pay players and staff.
Less than a month out from their season-opening clash against the Brumbies on February 23, the Rebels have appointed external financial advisers, Sydney firm Wexted, to help address the clubs $9m debt.
It comes amid reports that chairman Paul Docherty is set to step down, with his own personal businesses flailing and owing at least $70m.
Rugby Australia remains committed to the Rebels playing in 2024, but the future beyond that could rely on a cash injection from the Victorian government.
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