George Furbank today starts his life after Northampton Saints having spent 11 years at Franklin’s Gardens and admits it will feel weird.

Furbank is joining Harlequins next month and his last appearance in the green, black and gold jersey was leading the Saints against Exeter Chiefs at Twickenham in yesterday’s Prem final.
“Northampton is all I have known for 11 years,” said Furbank. “I will miss the connections and the friendships, spending every day with a group that is made up of your best mates.
“My time here has been special and while my girlfriend says I am not an emotional guy, I have...