Saracens have announced Mark McCall will step down from his role as director of rugby at the end of the season, with Brendan Venter set to return full-time for the start of the 2026-27 campaign. Following 15 consecutive seasons in the job, former Ireland international McCall will remain at the club as technical adviser and will also be joining the board. McCall said on the Saracens website: “I am immensely proud of what we have achieved at Saracens and grateful for the opportunity to have led the rugby programme for so long. “I feel the time is right for change, while still remaining deeply involved in the club I care so much about. Venter added: “I am incredibly proud to once again lead the rugby programme.
