Brian Moore criticises Hendre Fourie situation

Former rugby union international Brian Moore is angered by the news that ex-England player Hendre Fourie is facing deportation after the flanker was forced to retire because of a shoulder injury.
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“What I would like to see is anyone like him who makes a national contribution is given extra 'points' so they can stay”
Brian MooreEx-England hooker
The South-Africa born open-side, who has been living in the United Kingdom for eight years, has had his contract cancelled by Sale Sharks, meaning his visa is no longer valid.
The 33-year-old Fourie, who qualified to play for England through residency and won eight caps, injured his shoulder playing against Ireland in 2011 and must leave the country by the end of the month.
"Had he continued with his employment he would still have a visa and he could still stay here, he has a child who was born here," said former England hooker Moore.
"He got injured playing for his country. He was asked to play, he's got the injury which now terminates his contract, which now sends him home, which seems totally, totally invidious to me.
"What I would like to see is anyone like him who makes a national contribution, whether it be in sport or the arts or in some way an extraordinary contribution to this country, is given extra 'points' so they can stay, and maybe get the visa or even the passport they deserve, and if that sets a precedent then yes, fine.
"The precedent is that when you make a huge contribution to your nation then you can have extra points too."
Fourie was only six months away from qualifying for British citizenship and is now in talks with his union, the Rugby Players' Association, about his legal options.