Overview

• Saracens agreed a reduced €200,000 transfer fee with Racing92 to secure Farrell’s early release from his Top 14 contract.
• Farrell has committed to a five-year deal that begins with at least two seasons in a player-coach role before he moves into full-time coaching.
• His relocation back to England removes the overseas-selection barrier and makes him eligible again for England under coach Steve Borthwick.
• After a challenging season in France marked by injuries and Stuart Lancaster’s departure, Farrell has chosen Saracens over other Premiership offers.
• Director of rugby Mark McCall expects Farrell’s leadership and experience to accelerate Saracens’ rebuilding project following key squad departures.