Maro Itoje seals England future by agreeing new deal with Saracens
England rugby star Maro Itoje has signed a new contract with Saracens, keeping him at the club until 2029. The decision ends speculation regarding a potential high-profile move to the French Top 14 league.
Why it matters
Retaining top-tier talent like Itoje is crucial for the competitiveness of English club rugby and the national team's long-term stability.
England’s Maro Itoje was rested for England’s summer Tests against South Africa, Fiji and Argentina after showing signs of fatigue. Photograph: Ashley Western/Colorsport/Shutterstock England’s Maro Itoje was rested for England’s summer Tests against South Africa, Fiji and Argentina after showing signs of fatigue. Photograph: Ashley Western/Colorsport/Shutterstock Maro Itoje Maro Itoje seals England future by agreeing new deal with Saracens Captain will resist lure of big-money move to France
‘Maro is everything we want at the club – a brilliant leader’
Prefer the Guardian on Google Maro Itoje has reaffirmed his long‑term commitment to England, rejecting interest from France by agreeing a new deal with Saracens.
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