George Furbank’s Future and Gloucester Transfers Highlight Build-Up to Big Game 17 at Twickenham
George Furbank, the Northampton Saints full-back who has England caps since making his international debut under Eddie Jones in 2020, is out of contract next summer with reports linking him to Harlequins. Harlequins' senior coach Jason Gilmore praised Furbank but did not rule out a possible move, emphasizing interest only in players who fit the Quins roster without commenting on specific recruitment plans.
As Harlequins prepare for Big Game 17 against Bristol Bears at Twickenham, attention also turns to Bristol's midfielder Benhard Janse van Rensburg, seen as a key threat who will need to be matched head-on by Quins. Janse van Rensburg is expected to qualify for England next year.
Meanwhile, Gloucester director of rugby George Skivington expressed disappointment at the planned departure of Wales international Tomos Williams next summer, though the destination remains undisclosed. Skivington confirmed Dan Robson will rejoin Gloucester from Pau for the next season. Additionally, Wales captains Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake have signed with Gloucester, with Skivington describing them as honest, hard-working, tough, and the right age to drive the club forward.
Big Game 17 at Twickenham is set to feature the Harlequins Women versus Bristol Bears Women match at 3.05pm, followed by the men’s match at 6pm.
