England captain Farrell staying at Saracens after signing long-term deal

Owen Farrell has committed his long-term future to Saracens, signing a new deal with the Championship-bound club.

The England captain has been a pivotal part of Sarries’ success since coming through the academy, helping them become a dominant force in the Premiership as well as enjoying success in Europe.

However, the three-time Champions Cup winners will be dropping into the second tier for 2020-21 after being punished for breaching salary-cap regulations.

Farrell is the latest big name to confirm he will be staying despite relegation, following on from England team-mates Elliot Daly, Mako Vunipola and Jamie George.

“The club means a lot to me,” said Farrell, who toured with the British and Irish Lions in 2013 and 2017. “I’ve been here a long, long time now and to be sorted going forward is brilliant.

“Most of the senior players are in a similar position. They’d do anything to put us in the best position possible and that was telling during the tough times this year and I’m sure that will be the case going forward as well.”

 Saracens is delighted @owen_faz has committed his long-term future to the club!#TogetherSaracens 

— Saracens Rugby Club (@Saracens) July 16, 2020

Director of rugby Mark McCall praised Farrell – who made his debut for Saracens in 2008 – for his “relentless” drive. No terms of the deal were disclosed.

“Owen has grown up at Saracens; from a teenager in our academy to a central figure in English rugby,” McCall said.

“His drive to improve is relentless, pushing everyone in the organisation – players and staff – to be better every day. Quite simply, Saracens would not be the club it is without Owen.

“Off the field he is a grounded family man, who cares deeply about the club and the people here.

“We are delighted he has committed his long-term future to Saracens.”

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