Gloucester has confirmed the signing of Charlie Atkinson from Leicester Tigers, effective immediately. Atkinson, a 22-year-old fly-half, made 24 appearances for Leicester Tigers but had only one Premiership start this season. This signing has raised questions about Gloucester's fly-halves, as they now have three, including Hastings and Barton, and cover from Carreras. The move has been described as highly significant due to Atkinson's huge potential and talent. Leicester Tigers have been praised for allowing Atkinson to leave, with the expectation that he will thrive at Gloucester.
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This signing raises questions about Gloucester’s 10s. They now have: Hastings 🏴 Barton 🏴 Atkinson 🏴 — Carreras 🇦🇷 Most clubs only have two. Gloucester now have three and cover from Carreras. It would suggest someone is off. https://t.co/ux21kNhJCP
Outstanding by @LeicesterTigers to allow @atkinsonc_ to leave and sign for @gloucesterrugby. A talented youngster and a lovely kid who’ll love playing in front of the Shed!
Gloucester in the news this morning. Signing of Charlie Atkinson highly-significant - young 10 with huge potential.
🍒 BREAKING: Gloucester confirm the signing of Charlie Atkinson from Leicester with immediate effect. Atkinson hasn’t had too many chances since he moved to Welford Road. However he looked a very promising talent at fly half for Wasps.
🍒 BREAKING: Fly-half Charlie Atkinson has joined Gloucester with immediate effect. The 22-year-old made 24 appearances for Leicester Tigers after joining from Wasps and only one Premiership start this season. #GallagherPrem