Ellie Kildunne: World player of the year extends with Harlequins
World Footballer of the Year Ellie Kildunne has signed a new “multi-year” contract with Harlequins.
The England full-back won four consecutive Six Nations titles and played in the 2022 World Cup final.
The 25-year-old has scored 24 goals in 46 international appearances and also represented Great Britain in the Rugby Sevens competition at the Paris Olympics.
Kildunn was named Best female player in the game November is hosted by World Rugby.
Head coach Ross Chisholm told the club’s reporters: “We are delighted that Ellie has renewed her contract with the club, she is at the heart of how we want to play the game and encapsulates exactly what Quins’ way of playing is all about.” website., external
“She has really emerged as a leader for this team this season. Seeing her work with the young British talent we have is really exciting for the future of this team.”
Harlequins are yet to confirm the length of the contract.
