The Daily Mail's Chris Foy talks to Sale boss Steve Diamond about his side's change in fortunes.
"It was arguably the transfer coup of the year and the most compelling sign yet that a revival is in full swing.
Last month, when Scotland lock and Lion-in-waiting Richie Gray agreed to join Sale, it confirmed the overhaul of the club’s reputation.
Several leading clubs in Europe had coveted the 22-year-old’s signature, but he opted for Sale despite a last-ditch attempt by Saracens to hijack the deal. He agreed to come because of the remarkable work done by Steve Diamond, director of rugby at Edgeley Park."