Post-Danny Care era at Harlequins takes a new twist as they tap into the French semi-pro leagues to bolster their ranks. With the legendary scrum-half hanging up his boots, the London club has called back an old ally from France’s Nationale, Max Green, to add some much-needed depth to their lineup.
Danny Wilson, the man at the helm, hasn't wasted any time mourning the departure of Care. Instead, he's been busy in the transfer market, already securing Exeter’s Stu Townsend and now, reintroducing Green to the fray. Green, a familiar figure who had a brief stint with the Quins in the 2023/24 season, is back after a season in France with CA Perigueux Dordogne. His time there included 20 appearances and three tries, proving pivotal in their playoff journey.
The club expressed their enthusiasm about Green’s return, stating,
“Harlequins are pleased to announce scrum-half Max Green has re-joined the club on a season-long deal as injury cover.”
They hope his familiarity with the squad and previous Premiership experience will allow him to seamlessly integrate and "hit the ground running" for the upcoming 2025/26 season.
Green himself was excited about his return, reflecting on his previous tenure and the team’s dynamics,
“I’m chuffed to be back at Harlequins. I really enjoyed my first spell at the club and we have got some cracking lads here, so it was an easy decision for me to come back. I’m looking forward to getting stuck in and doing my bit for the team to help make it a successful season.”
Before his French exploits, Green’s career was well-traveled, starting at Yorkshire Carnegie, moving through England U20s, and spending six seasons at Bath Rugby, with loan spells at Jersey Reds and Bristol Bears. His diverse experiences across different leagues have shaped him into a versatile player ready to take on the challenges at The Stoop.
Danny Wilson echoed Green’s sentiments, emphasizing the scrum-half’s alignment with the club's culture and his potential impact, “He is someone who knows the club and a lot of the playing squad, which will aid his transition and hopefully allow him to hit the ground running.” With the squad gearing up for the season, Green’s return could not have been more timely, especially with Lucas Friday’s mid-season return from injury still on the horizon.
As Harlequins continue to restructure their backline post-Care, bringing back Max Green could prove a masterstroke, blending experience with existing team synergy in their quest for Premiership success.
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Post-Danny Care era at Harlequins takes a new twist as they tap into the French semi-pro leagues to bolster their ranks. With the legendary scrum-half hanging up his boots, the London club has called back an old ally from France’s Nationale, Max Green, to add some much-needed depth to their lineup.
Danny Wilson, the man at the helm, hasn't wasted any time mourning the departure of Care. Instead, he's been busy in the transfer market, already securing Exeter’s Stu Townsend and now, reintroducing Green to the fray. Green, a familiar figure who had a brief stint with the Quins in the 2023/24 season, is back after a season in France with CA Perigueux Dordogne. His time there included 20 appearances and three tries, proving pivotal in their playoff journey.
The club expressed their enthusiasm about Green’s return, stating,
“Harlequins are pleased to announce scrum-half Max Green has re-joined the club on a season-long deal as injury cover.”
They hope his familiarity with the squad and previous Premiership experience will allow him to seamlessly integrate and "hit the ground running" for the upcoming 2025/26 season.Green himself was excited about his return, reflecting on his previous tenure and the team’s dynamics,
“I’m chuffed to be back at Harlequins. I really enjoyed my first spell at the club and we have got some cracking lads here, so it was an easy decision for me to come back. I’m looking forward to getting stuck in and doing my bit for the team to help make it a successful season.”
Before his French exploits, Green’s career was well-traveled, starting at Yorkshire Carnegie, moving through England U20s, and spending six seasons at Bath Rugby, with loan spells at Jersey Reds and Bristol Bears. His diverse experiences across different leagues have shaped him into a versatile player ready to take on the challenges at The Stoop.
Danny Wilson echoed Green’s sentiments, emphasizing the scrum-half’s alignment with the club's culture and his potential impact, “He is someone who knows the club and a lot of the playing squad, which will aid his transition and hopefully allow him to hit the ground running.” With the squad gearing up for the season, Green’s return could not have been more timely, especially with Lucas Friday’s mid-season return from injury still on the horizon.
As Harlequins continue to restructure their backline post-Care, bringing back Max Green could prove a masterstroke, blending experience with existing team synergy in their quest for Premiership success.