🦁 #3. Joe Marchant
A slick, fast-footed centre with 21 England caps, Marchant is currently playing for Stade Français in the Top 14. A graduate of the Harlequins system and part of their 2021 Premiership-winning side, he’s proven at both domestic and international level.
His off-field ties to the North East—he’s engaged to Alan Shearer’s daughter, Hollie—make him a romantic and realistic target for the Falcons.
🎯 #4. Freddie Burns
Best known for his iconic drop goal that clinched the 2022 Premiership title for Leicester Tigers, Burns is a charismatic and experienced playmaker with over 200 Premiership appearances.
A former England international, he’s also played in Japan and New Zealand, bringing a rare global perspective to the game. Comfortable at fly-half or full-back, Burns could add leadership, versatility, and big-game temperament to a developing Falcons squad.
