This latest news comes days after Holland, who assumed control of Warriors just over a year ago, announced new plans for the club's Sixways home that include redevelopment of the West and North Stands at the ground, a multi-storey car park, a golf driving range and a solar farm.

A five-figure sum has also been allocated to refurbish the artificial pitch and, off the field, a new logo and websites are in production.

"We've had several good news stories coming out of the last week and this is just another another step in the right direction as far as we're concerned," Mulcahy said.

"It's another good news story."

The RFU's invitation applies to all interested clubs who meet the minimum standard criteria to compete at tier-two level.

Those include clubs being financially sustainable as well as meeting other obligations such as growing fanbases and commercial activities.

The precise make-up of the Championship beyond this season has yet to be confirmed and a number of clubs have expressed concerns about its finances.