Double World Cup winner Packer to leave Saracens

Packer - who won 116 caps for the Red Roses and was part of World Cup triumphs in 2014 and 2025 - joined Saracens in 2017 and scored six tries on her debut.

She was also named World Rugby women's 15s player of the year in 2023.

Saracens director of rugby Alex Austerberry said Packer had been an "exceptional servant" to the club.

He added: "There have been many great players to represent Saracens and Marlie will undoubtedly be remembered as one of them.

"Her competitiveness, quality and ability to deliver in the biggest moments have helped shape this club throughout the professional era.

"For much of the last decade, Marlie has been a captain, leader, trailblazer and advocate for the women's game. Quite simply, she has embodied what it means to be a Saracen."