#5. Joe Marchant (Stade Francais)
Marchant will depart the Club following nine years at The Stoop, after joining the Senior Academy set-up in 2014 and making his senior debut the following year.
The 26-year-old back soon became a regular feature within the starting XV, earning over 130 appearances in the Famous Quarters to date and being an integral part of the 2020/21 Gallagher Premiership winning side.
Marchant went on to achieve international recognition with England as well as working with Harlequins to develop a short-term loan spell with Super Rugby outfit the Auckland Blues in 2020 to develop his experience and skills.
Commenting on his departure at the end of the season, Marchant said: “I am very proud and grateful to have been part of Harlequins for the last 10 years. I’ve made some amazing memories on and off the field and made great friends along the way. This club has been a home to me and will always have a place in my heart.
“The time has come for me to depart the Club and I am excited for my next challenge ahead. I will make the most of every moment for the rest of this season proudly wearing my Quins shirt.
“Thank you for all the support!”
#6. Charlie Matthews (Released)
The Academy graduate, who re-joined Harlequins in August following two years in Japan, has appeared eight times this season to take his Club tally to 172 matches.
Matthews amassed 164 appearances in the Famous Quarters between 2009 and 2018, earning 109 starts before moving to Premiership rivals Wasps ahead of the 2018/19 season. The 6ft 7’ forward achieved 27 appearances for Quins and Wasps in the Champions Cup and represented England at Saxons and age-group level.
Head Coach Tabai Matson thanked Charlie and said: “We’re massively grateful to Charlie for stepping back into the Harlequins programme this season and for contributing a huge amount to our Club. He has been an outstanding Harlequins ambassador and we’re thankful for the commitment and service he has shown.
“I know our fantastic supporters have loved having Charlie back at The Stoop, he’s an Academy graduate and a Club centurion and will always remain part of the Harlequins family. We wish Charlie and his family the very best for an exciting next chapter.”
#7. Ross Chisholm (Retiring)
The 32-year-old, who has amassed 128 Harlequins appearances, will hang up his boots after a glittering 14-year career in the Famous Quarters.
An electric and versatile back three player, Chisholm started his career at Haywards Heath, before earning selection in the Harlequins Academy, making his senior debut in 2009.
Chisholm soon became a regular squad member helping Quins win the European Challenge Cup in 2011, the Aviva Premiership in 2011/12, Gallagher Premiership in 2020/21 and the LV Cup in 2012/13.
In May 2019, Chisholm achieved his milestone 100th Harlequins cap against Worcester Warriors, before earning three further appearances during the victorious 2020/21 season. Alongside his playing career, Chisholm was appointed the Harlequins Women Skills Coach, joining the coaching set-up in August 2022.
Speaking on his retirement, Chisholm said: “I have a huge amount of pride to have played for my boyhood club. I remember as a 10-year-old sitting in the stands and watching Keith Wood score a try for Harlequins. As a local lad that really sparked my love for the Club and my desire to want to play for Quins.
“I am sad to be hanging up my boots but immensely grateful for the amazing memories I have experienced at the Club. Having the opportunity to play alongside my brother James, and being privileged to play in some incredible triumphs, winning two Premierships, the LV Cup and European Challenge Cup.
“To my family, my wife, children and friends, thank you for supporting me through thick and thin. To the Quins faithful, the supporters who have travelled far and wide to support the Club, thank you for the amazing memories.”