England international George Furbank has agreed to join Harlequins ahead of the 2026/27 season.
The 29-year-old has spent his entire senior career at Franklin’s Gardens after initially breaking into Northampton’s senior side during the 2018/19 campaign. During that year, he helped the Saints win the Premiership Rugby Cup, earning their first piece of silverware in five years.
Furbank was also a vital component of Northampton’s PREM win in 2024, when they defeated Bath Rugby at Twickenham Stadium. Ahead of the 2024/25 season, the versatile playmaker was then appointed Northampton’s 66th Captain, later making the final of the Investec Champions Cup, losing narrowly to Bordeaux Begles.
Furbank recently made the England 15 shirt his own after ousting Freddie Steward from the position, but has since suffered a series of injuries, which have left him out of contention. He will be wanting to add to his 14 Test caps with the World Cup on the horizon.
“It’s a group you want to be a part of”
“I’m incredibly excited to be joining Harlequins next season. The Stoop is a brilliant place to play – it always has a great atmosphere,” said Furbank ahead of his move.
“Secondly, I think the group of lads here are an incredibly talented bunch, you look at the individuals and the collective – it’s a group you want to be a part of.
“And thirdly, speaking to Gilly (Jason Gilmore), we have a very similar philosophy and outlook on how we want to play rugby. There is a lot here that is exciting for me.
“I have been at Saints since I was 14-15 years old, so it will be a different challenge, but I am keen to step out of my comfort zone. I am hoping playing with a new group and under new coaching staff is going to be refreshing and take my game to a new level.”
“He’s someone we’ve admired for a long time – a player who is composed under pressure, instinctive in broken play, and brings a natural attacking flair that aligns perfectly with how we want to play. His ability to see space before others and step in as a second playmaker will add real quality to our squad.
“Beyond his play, George is a proven leader who will add invaluable experience and an understanding of what it takes to win trophies to our squad.
“George also has a strong ambition to return to the Test arena with England heading into a World Cup year, and we’re really looking forward to seeing the impact he’ll make here at The Stoop.”