Northampton Saints have officially announced that George Furbank will depart the club after the 2025/26 season. The 29-year-old fullback, who serves as Club Captain, will transition to Harlequins at the end of June 2026.
Furbank’s Journey with Northampton Saints
Furbank joined Northampton’s Academy and secured his first professional contract in 2016. He made his senior debut in November 2017 against the Exeter Chiefs in the Anglo-Welsh Cup. In the following season, he earned his Gallagher Premiership debut.
Throughout his time with the Saints, Furbank has made 140 appearances and scored a total of 283 points. He also earned 14 caps for England, starting with his Test debut during the 2020 Six Nations.
Acknowledgement from the Saints’ Management
Phil Dowson, Director of Rugby at Northampton Saints, praised Furbank as a player with exceptional talent and leadership skills. He noted Furbank’s significant impact on the club’s successes in recent years.
- Furbank’s journey highlights the club’s commitment to developing homegrown talent.
- The challenge remains to retain such players amid competitive offers from other teams.
Dowson expressed disappointment over Furbank’s decision to leave but emphasized respect for his choice. He reiterated the club’s commitment to supporting Furbank during his final season.
Memorable Fullback Performance
In the 2023/24 season, Furbank played a crucial role in the Saints’ Gallagher Premiership title win. He achieved his highest career points total that season, scoring seven tries and adding 39 points from conversions.
Despite facing challenges in the 2024/25 season due to an arm injury that limited his appearances, Furbank returned strong and has participated in 11 games this season.
Furbank’s Reflections
Furbank expressed pride in his decade-long tenure with the club, stating that it has been an honor to captain the team. He cherishes the memories made and the achievements celebrated during his time in Black, Green, and Gold.
- His most cherished moment remains winning the Premiership title.
- Furbank looks forward to closing his chapter with the Saints on a positive note.
Furbank aims to finish the season strongly, dedicating himself to the club and its devoted supporters until his last match.
