England full-back George Furbank heads for Harlequins in lucrative switch

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Underperforming Harlequins have confirmed the signing of England’s full-back George Furbank as they seek to rebuild their squad for next season. The 29-year-old Furbank has been an influential figure at league leaders Northampton but a lucrative contract offer has persuaded him to try his luck in south-west London this summer.

While Furbank has been sidelined through injury for lengthy chunks of the past two years he remains a quality operator with 14 international caps who looks certain to be a key member of England’s World Cup squad. Quins, second-bottom of the 10-team Prem, will also be hoping he can have an immediate impact on their fortunes.