Hernandez, who helped the Pumas to an historic third place last October, stated this week he wants to swap Stade Francais for a "new challenge".

Goode has been linked with a summer move in the opposite direction, with Brive one of the Top 14 clubs supposedly interested.

But after his virtuoso performance in Leicester's 34-24 EDF Energy Cup semi-final victory over Wasps, Goode vowed to remain at the east midlands club next season whatever competition there is for his jersey.

Goode said: "If he (Hernandez) turns up, he will have a battle on his hands.

"I have a year left on my contract at Leicester, I love the place and I have no intention of going anywhere."