Courtney Lawes Set to Return to Premiership Rugby

The 37-year-old will be eligible for England duty againFlanker will ‘never forget’ his ‘adventure’ at French clubThe former England captain Courtney Lawes is returning to the Prem at the end of the season after two years at French club Brive.The 37-year-old retired from international rugby after the 2023 Rugby World Cup and made the move to France after winning the 2023-24 Premiership title with Northampton Saints. Courtney Lawes is to leave French side Brive at the end of the season, with Prem Rugby's Leicester Tigers reportedly interested in bringing him back to England.

Context

The 37-year-old flanker previously played for Northampton Saints and retired from international rugby following the 2023 Rugby World Cup. S1

Key points

Lawes is eligible for England duty again after his return. S1
He expressed fond memories of his time at Brive, calling it an 'adventure.' S1
Lawes won the 2023-24 Premiership title with Northampton Saints before moving to France. S1
Leicester Tigers are reportedly interested in signing Lawes back to the Premiership. S2
His return marks a significant shift in his career after two years abroad. S1
Lawes is a former England captain, adding experience to any team he joins. S1
His departure from Brive is confirmed to take place at the end of the current season. S2
The move back to England may impact the dynamics of the Premiership teams. S2

Why it matters

Lawes' experience could strengthen the squad of whichever Premiership team he joins. S1
His return may influence the recruitment strategies of other clubs in the league. S2

What to watch

Monitor Leicester Tigers' moves as they pursue Lawes for the upcoming season. S2
Watch for updates on Lawes' transition and potential impact on the Premiership. S1

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