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Leicester agree deal with Steward and 2 other England players

Freddie Steward and Kevin Sinfield /PA

Leicester Tigers have agreed deals with England stars Freddie Steward, George Martin and Jack van Poortvliet.

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The future of Steward had been a particular concern for Tigers’ fans but the club have confirmed the futures of all three this afternoon.

Steward graduated from the Tigers Academy ahead of the 2019/20 campaign after winning back-to-back titles in the Under-18 League.

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      He made his senior club debut in January 2019 away to Northampton Saints in the Premiership Rugby Cup while still a member of the Tigers Academy.

      Born and raised in Norfolk, Steward represented England at Under-18 and Under-20 age grade levels.

      Speaking about the trio, Leicester Tigers Head Coach Steve Borthwick said: “This is a very exciting day for the club and I hope the supporters have enjoyed receiving this news.”

      “All three of these young men – George, Freddie and Jack – are proud Leicester Tigers players, who have been a part of the club since they were kids and grown up, together, at the club.

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      “There is so much growth in all of their games; the steps they have taken so far in their young careers has been brilliant to witness and a privilege to be a part of at Leicester Tigers.

      “These are three young men who possess great character and hunger to be successful and, at a young age, the leadership qualities they have displayed have been exceptional and I am pleased to be able to confirm their renewals.”

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