Bringing Wasps to Adams Park would generate much-needed income for the Second Division side.

They could be set to lose £240,000 in television revenue as a result of the collapse of ITV Digital.

But Wycombe have been told by the local council that they cannot invite Wasps to groundshare without planning permission.

He said: "Wasps are still absolutely determined to play rugby here and we are still absolutely determined to have them here.

"We will continue to make progress, I hope."

And a council spokesman added: "We have not said `no' to Wycombe Wanderers.

"We are simply saying that, under the current conditions, rugby cannot be played at Adams Park without planning permission.

"We would gladly consider that on receipt of an application."

Wasps are set to share with Harlequins until they secure permission for the move.