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Jamie George Sets 2027 Retirement After Signing Final One-Year Saracens Deal

The veteran hooker frames the extension as a swansong with a push for England’s 2027 World Cup.

Overview

  • Saracens confirmed a new contract for the 35-year-old through the 2026-27 season, which he has declared will be his final deal.
  • George signals an ambition to make England’s squad for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia as a farewell target.
  • A one-club player since his 2009 debut, he has made well over 300 Saracens appearances with six Premiership titles and three European Cups.
  • Internationally he has 105 England caps, captained the side in 2024, and toured with the British & Irish Lions in 2017, 2021 and 2025.
  • Director of rugby Mark McCall lauded him as a club legend and said Saracens will celebrate his farewell season.