Harlequins have introduced that Jamie Benson will depart the membership on the finish of the season to maneuver to Ulster Rugby.
Benson has made 38 appearances for Harlequins since graduating from their academy in 2021. Presently sidelined as a consequence of a hamstring harm, Benson has two tries this marketing campaign whereas additionally making 84 carries.
Benson has performed second fiddle to Marcus Smith at Quins. The as soon as British & Irish Lions man is proving onerous to drop for Head Coach Jason Gilmore this season.
Jamie Benson has been in style amongst supporters who consider he ought to’ve had extra of an opportunity on the membership.
Though he’s shifting on, love is just not misplaced for Benson and Harlequins.
“Harlequins is, and can all the time be, a particular membership to me. Since becoming a member of the academy aged 13, it has actually felt like house.
“I’m extremely grateful to the membership and to all those that have helped me over these previous 10 seasons.”
With a watch on subsequent yr’s Rugby World Cup down below, Benson shall be hoping that this transfer to Belfast might assist him break into both the English or Irish squads for the build-up to the event.
“I’ve all the time been pushed to persistently check myself to play on the highest degree and to pursue the aim of enjoying worldwide rugby.
“I really feel I’m at a important level in my profession and that now could be the correct time for me to maneuver with a view to pursue these private ambitions.”
Regardless of enjoying for England on the Below-20 degree in addition to being chosen for England A, Benson might change his nationwide allegiance to Eire.
