Reports from France hint that former England skipper Owen Farrell could be eyeing a return to the Gallagher Premiership, and it’s got fans buzzing.
Just a few months into his two-year deal with Racing 92, the rumour mill, courtesy of Midi Olympique, has linked Farrell to a possible move back to English soil.
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Bristol Bears & Leicester Tigers on the Hunt for a Fly-Half
The Bristol Bears and Leicester Tigers are both in the market for a fly-half next season, and Farrell fits the bill. Bristol is eager to bounce back after some lackluster seasons, while Leicester is bracing for a big change as Handré Pollard seems bound for Japan. Farrell, known for his leadership and kicking prowess, would be a prime catch for either club.
Leicester’s Marcus Smith Near-Miss
Interestingly, before Marcus Smith extended his contract with Harlequins, he was on both clubs’ radars. But now that Smith is locked in, Farrell’s name is at the top of the wishlist.
Saracens Stand in the Way?
If Farrell does decide to return, Rugby Pass suggests Saracens would likely get the first shot at him. But there’s a catch. Saracens’ marquee player slot is already filled by Maro Itoje, and under Premiership salary cap rules, each team can only have one marquee player outside the cap.
Will Farrell Head Back to the Premiership?
A Gallagher Premiership comeback for Farrell would be blockbuster news. Whether he returns to Saracens or finds a fresh start with the Bears or Tigers, this potential transfer could be the game-changer the Premiership needs.
Owen Farrell never made up with England teammate after joke went too far
Let’s dive into some of his most memorable clashes with fellow players—where the hits, the words, and the drama are all part of the game.
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1. Dave Attwood – A Clash of Cultures
Bath lock Dave Attwood has never seen eye to eye with Owen Farrell—and he’s not shy about saying so. On a episode of RugbyPass Offload, Attwood let slip that Farrell “hates me with a passion.” The reason? A cheeky dig at rugby league. Attwood quipped, “a bloody sport for the peasants,” and Farrell—ever the fierce defender of his roots—wasn’t having it.
Cue a post-match urinal showdown. Yes, you read that right. Attwood followed Farrell into the bathroom where things got tense, with Farrell’s dad nearly caught in the crossfire of an ill-timed door slam. Classic post-game drama.
But it didn’t end there. “Whenever we play, one of us is always trying to run at the other or throw a hit,” Attwood confessed. Looks like this rivalry has no bathroom breaks.
