New Zealand's Super Rugby franchises should be using the World Cup to bolster their squads for next season.

The NZRU's rules allow for a marquee player to be part of the squads. No franchise has yet managed to lure anyone here but what better time than now?

The World Cup has brought a galaxy of stars to our doorstep. It has also showcased our passion for the game. Combine that with the high regard the Super 15 is held in and there should be an opportunity for our five teams to pick up someone noteworthy.

The addition of Argentina to the Tri-Nations for next year's test season should make some of the Pumas viable options.

I would suggest for Kiwi teams to have any show of getting other players they would need to fall into two categories.

Firstly, the ageing stars who have been on the big European money long enough to not make that an issue but who could be challenged by one last fling in a competition many regard as the best in the world.

Secondly, some standout players from the minnows who have shone here; guys who would jump at the chance to regularly play on a bigger stage.

From what I've seen over the last two-and-a-half weeks there's no shortage of players from either department. So how's this for a Foreign Legion team to pick from.

Fullback: Juan Martín Hernández (Argentina). A knee injury robbed him of his World Cup dream but some have labeled this guy the best back in the world - even better than Dan Carter. He can play first-five as well. He's on whopping money in France but with the Pumas set to play Down Under, shouldn't he be over this way too?

Wings: Shane Williams (Wales) and Vincent Clerc (France). The Welsh wizard is coming to the end of his test career but he's still very good on his feet. He's small but he's so elusive and I think his lightning game would suit our approach and conditions. Clerc is a big strong wing with deadly finishing abilities. He always seems to enjoy his rugby and that unpredictable French element would certainly make him a drawcard.

Centre: Brian O'Driscoll (Ireland). This guy has done it all in Europe with his Leinster club and Ireland. It was fantastic to see him finally get a win in New Zealand with the Irish team against Australia. He's shown us he is still the real deal and we'd like to see more of him.

Second-five: Mike Tindall (England). We might as well add a royal touch to our game and there's always news when old Mike is around. Some label him a bit of a draught horse but he's a crafty character and in a strange way he might just complement some of the razzmatazz that goes with our game.

First-five: Felipe Contepomi (Argentina). Another Puma who might like to get his claws into our first class game. He's getting on but he's got a bit left in him yet. Rock steady at No 10 or 12 and a deadly goal kicker to boot. We've got a bunch of young first-fives in this country now and he'd be a great guy to have one of them rubbing shoulders with - think Tony Brown and Colin Slade.

Halfback: Atsushi Hiwasa (Japan). Eddie Jones knows a thing or two about Japanese rugby and he rates this guy as a rising star capable of mixing it on the Super scene. He's small but he's so fast and he has a super quick clearance. Stood out against the All Blacks and shone again against Canada. It's easy to see why he was named the emerging player from this year's Asian Five Nations.

No 8: Juan Martin Fernandez Lobbe (Argentina). An underrated player whose style would suit Super Rugby. Powerful and athletic, he has the ability to play flanker as well.

Openside flanker: Maurie Faasavalu (Samoa). When the great Michael Jones says take a look at this guy, you know he must be something special. We're short of No 7s in our franchises and he has proven the Iceman's rating with consistent performances in a hard-working Samoan pack. A tireless worker with an explosive tackling technique.

Blindside flanker: Imanol Harinordoquy (France). He's 31 but he's still big, strong and fast. And this guy has thwarted the All Blacks on more than one occasion. He'd be a huge asset to any back row.

Locks: Paul O'Connell (Ireland) and Simon Shaw (England). O'Connell has been something of an enigma when he has toured here previously but we saw his true value in the boilover win against the Wallabies when he led the Irish pack. Accurate in the lineouts and a presence in the tight. Shaw is getting long in the tooth but he's wise. He never misses ball at the front of the lineout and he's an immovable force for teams trying to maul him.

Tighthead prop: Census Johnston (Samoa). He has learnt a lot since he played for Taranaki in 2006. He's got English experience and now he's thriving in the French scene. A man-mountain with good pace and the biggest step of any frontrower.

Hooker: Bismarck du Plessis (South Africa). If he's so fed up with sharing duties with John Smit, why not come and get some regular game time here? A brute of a man and surely the most powerful No 2 in the world.

Loosehead prop: Mike MacDonald (United States). This guy caught my eye in the game against Russia and it was no surprise to see him named man of the match. He loves to run with the ball and there's been no better tackler among the frontrowers at this tournament. He would surely thrive in a good scrum.