THREE of Worcester's first team squad were set to complete loan deals to Bedford today.

Backs Duncan Hughes and Jamie Connolly along with lock Dave Sims will be part of the Premiership's One clubs relegation battle until June.

All three played for Bedford in a trial game against Banbury on Saturday and impressed enough for the Goldington Road Club to sign them.

Under the arrangement, Worcester will still pay the players' wages and can recall them at 48 hours notice if needed.

They will not be allowed to play for Bedford if the two clubs meet.