George Furbank quits Northampton Saints for Gallagher Prem rivals

 understands an agreement is close, with an announcement expected in the coming weeks.

the London club are pushing hard to secure the 29-year-old as they look to arrest a miserable PREM Rugby campaign. Quins have won just  this season, with performances hitting a new low in last weekend’s .

Furbank recently returned to the England squad ahead of the 2026 Six Nations, having overcome a broken arm that disrupted his last year.

Despite his injury struggles, the Saints skipper remains highly rated at Test level, with Sir Clive Woodward publicly backing him to start for England during the 2026 Six Nations, citing his intelligence, versatility and leadership.

Northampton’s club captain was a regular in an England shirt prior to his fitness issues, but with his contract expiring at the end of the season, a move now looks increasingly likely.

Saints have already tied down key internationals Alex Mitchell, Fin Smith and Alex Coles, but director of rugby Phil Dowson has been forced to juggle the salary cap as his Test stars command top-end deals.

That situation has opened the door for Harlequins, who have been in talks with Furbank since the New Year. Daily Mail Sport

For Quins, it would represent a significant statement signing — and for England, a timely reminder that Furbank’s Test ambitions are very much alive.