Furbank will be staying in the Gallagher PREM as he has signed for Harlequins and will make the move to the Twickenham Stoop at the end of June.

The 29-year-old has been club captain at Saints since September 2024, and will conclude a 10-season senior career at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens

Furbank played a key role in the Gallagher PREM title-winning 2023/24 campaign, when he scored more points than in any of his other eight full seasons with Northampton.

His leadership qualities also shone through that term as he captained the side on 12 occasions, although unfortunately his first season as appointed club captain in 2024/25 was limited to just nine appearances following an arm break in the Champions Cup win away at Vodacom Bulls in December 2024.

However, Furbank recovered fully and has made 11 appearances so far this term.

And he is primed for the run-in to the end of his final season as a Saint.

“I grew up supporting the club and dreaming of becoming a Saint, so to have spent 10 seasons here and to have captained this team has been a huge honour for me,” said Furbank.

“I’ve been lucky enough to live out a boyhood dream, and I’m incredibly proud of everything I’ve experienced in black, green and gold.

“I’ve made some unbelievable memories along the way – from coming through the Academy and making my debut, to playing alongside and learning from some incredible team-mates, coaches and staff who have all played a massive part in my journey.

“Winning the PREM title with Saints will always be one of the most special days of my life, and something I’ll carry with me forever.

“This was a really difficult decision to make. I’ve given everything to Saints over the last 10 years, and I’ll continue to do exactly that until my final match for Northampton.

“The supporters have made every moment here special for me – they’re unreal week in, week out – and from now until the end of the season my focus is on doing everything I can to help us finish on a high note together.”