Overview

• Alex Lozowski is sidelined until Christmas with an Achilles injury, entitling Saracens to an injury dispensation signing.
• Mark McCall has identified Farrell, who left Saracens for Racing92 in 2024, as a cost-effective option at fly-half.
• Any return hinges on Racing92 agreeing a transfer fee; the deal also depends on Farrell accepting a salary below his current Top 14 earnings.
• Farrell’s struggling form and fitness in his debut season in France have fueled reports of his desire to end his contract early.
• McCall highlighted Farrell’s ability to mentor Saracens’ emerging fly-halves Fergus Burke and Louie Johnson.