Ex-England Captain Owen Farrell Returns to Saracens on Two-Year Deal
Ex-England Captain Owen Farrell Returns to Saracens on Two-Year Deal

Ex-England Captain Owen Farrell Returns to Saracens on Two-Year Deal

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Owen Farrell has returned to Saracens after a challenging and injury-hit season at Racing 92 in France, signing a two-year deal to rejoin the club where he spent 16 successful seasons. The 33-year-old fly-half, England's all-time leading points scorer with 112 caps, made 256 appearances for Saracens, winning six Premiership titles and three European Champions Cups. His return marks a chance to rejuvenate his career after limited game time and exclusion from the British and Irish Lions tour squad, coached by his father Andy Farrell. Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall expressed excitement about Farrell's comeback, emphasizing his deep connection to the club and his potential to mentor a young and ambitious squad. Farrell is also expected to discuss a possible return to international rugby with England head coach Steve Borthwick, with prospects of featuring in upcoming Tests and potentially the 2025 Lions tour. Overall, Farrell aims to regain his passion for the game and contribute significantly to Saracens' future success.

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