Alan Shearer connection fuels rumours, but Marchant stays put for 2025/26
Joe Marchant will see out the final year of his contract with Stade Français in the 2025/26 season, despite persistent speculation linking him with a return to the Gallagher Premiership. The chatter has intensified around a possible move to Newcastle — fuelled by headlines referencing his engagement to Alan Shearer’s daughter — but there is no immediate switch on the cards.
Committed to Paris for now
Stade Français can count on Marchant’s services for another campaign, a significant boost given his versatility and experience at the highest level. His decision provides stability for the Top 14 side while closing the door on any short-term move back to England.
What next for a Premiership return?
Interest from Premiership clubs is unsurprising, and Newcastle’s name is inevitably in the frame. However, with Marchant honoring his deal, any potential transfer remains a future consideration rather than a current storyline.
Why this matters
For Stade Français, continuity in the backline underpins their ambitions. For English suitors, the waiting game continues — and for Marchant, the focus remains on performance rather than speculation.
