London, GB – In a significant move shaking the foundations of the United Rugby Championship (URC), Scotland international centre Huw Jones has confirmed his departure from Glasgow Warriors. The 32-year-old British and Irish Lion is set to join French Top 14 powerhouse RC Toulon at the conclusion of the current campaign, signing a two-year contract.
The announcement confirms months of speculation and marks the end of Jones’s second, highly successful spell in Glasgow. Jones, who holds 58 caps for the national side, initially played for the Warriors between 2017 and 2019 before a stint at Harlequins, returning to Scotstoun in 2022.
A Star-Turned French Recruit
Toulon, one of France’s most storied clubs, officially welcomed the dynamic centre. Laurent Emmanuelli, Toulon’s Sporting Director, emphasized the meticulous effort behind securing the signing.
International Calibre Secured
"The arrival of Huw Jones is the result of several months of groundwork," Emmanuelli stated on the club’s website. "He is an international-class player, a key member of his national team who has long played at the highest European and world levels."
The French club highlighted Jones’s blend of immediate impact and long-term value. "His rugby skills, his high standards and his experience will be invaluable assets to the team. He fits perfectly into our sporting project, which combines immediate performance with the development of our young players," Emmanuelli added.
Jones will be linking up with fellow Scot Ben White at Toulon, as the scrum-half also recently extended his stay with the French side, underlining Toulon’s growing attraction for Scottish talent.
Glory Days in Glasgow
Jones’s tenure with the Warriors has been decorated with crucial performances. Currently, Glasgow sits second in the URC standings, testament to the team’s consistency, a run Jones has significantly contributed to.
Championship Moments
His career highlights in Glasgow colours include scoring the decisive try in the 2024 URC Grand Final victory over the Vodacom Bulls in Cape Town—a moment etched into Warriors folklore. To date, he has amassed an impressive 28 tries across his two spells with the club, featuring in 82 total appearances.
His return from a recent injury was timely and spectacular, crossing the whitewash in the recent 33-21 Champions Cup away victory against Clermont-Auvergne. This immediate impact underscores the quality Toulon is acquiring.
Recognition on the Global Stage
Jones’s exceptional form has not gone unnoticed internationally. He was selected for the 2025 British and Irish Lions tour to Australia, featuring prominently in all three Tests and scoring in the series-clinching second Test victory.
World Rugby Accolades
Toulon’s announcement further celebrated his standing, noting that his performances earned him a coveted spot in the World Rugby Dream Team of the Year for 2025. The French giants described him as a "complete player" capable of delivering power, line-breaking speed, game sense, and defensive awareness—all attributes that will be immediately tested in the highly physical Top 14 league.
The move sees Jones transition from one high-performing league to another. While Glasgow contends near the top of the URC, Toulon mirrors this success domestically, currently positioned second in the Top 14, trailing only Toulouse on points difference. The challenge will be steep, but Jones appears ready for the next chapter.
The departure creates a significant gap in the Glasgow midfield, which the club will now look to fill as they continue their push for silverware in both the URC and European competitions. Meanwhile, Scottish Rugby faces the challenge of integrating the loss of a veteran international ahead of future fixtures.
Jones’s journey, which began in South Africa before flourishing in Glasgow and earning international acclaim, now takes him to the Côte d'Azur, promising thrilling rugby for the Toulon faithful.
