Ellie Kildunne unsure of next club after leaving Harlequins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 7:31 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Ellie Kildunne confirmed her exit from Harlequins and expressed uncertainty regarding her next club. The 26-year-old full-back stated she was unsettled by the news, which she did not anticipate. Sources indicate strained relations with the coaching staff may have contributed to her departure. Despite interest from various clubs, Kildunne stated she lacks clarity on her future. She expressed a desire to continue her development in a supportive environment in her next role.
- •Kildunne says leaving Harlequins came as a shock to her.
- •Strained relations with coaching staff reportedly influenced her exit.
- •She is currently exploring options for her next club.
- •Multiple teams are rumored to be interested, but no commitments yet.
- •Kildunne aims to find a club that aligns with her development goals.
- 7:31 PMYahoo Sports — Kildunne unsure of next club after Harlequins exit
- 7:31 PMBBC Sport — 'Drop me a message' - Kildunne open to offers after Quins exit
"England star Ellie Kildunne says she did not want or plan to leave Harlequins and does not know where she will play her rugby next season.
"England star Ellie Kildunne says she did not want or plan to leave Harlequins and does not know where she will play her rugby next season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 7:31 PMKildunne unsure of next club after Harlequins exit
England star Ellie Kildunne says she did not want or plan to leave Harlequins and does not know where she will play her rugby next season.
- BBC SportJun 4, 2026, 7:31 PM'Drop me a message' - Kildunne open to offers after Quins exit
England star Ellie Kildunne says she did not want or plan to leave Harlequins and does not know where she will play her rugby next season.
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