One-cap England star Charlie Atkinson decides PREM club future

Gloucester have confirmed that Charlie Atkinson has signed a new contract that will keep him at Kingsholm until at least 2029.

The 24-year-old fly-half joined the Cherry and Whites in early 2024 and has since established himself as their first choice fly-half, seeing off the challenge of ex-Ireland international Ross Byrne, who was signed in 2025.

Atkinson enjoyed a standout 2025/26 campaign, sweeping Gloucester’s end-of-season awards after being named Coaches’, Players’ and Supporters’ Player of the Season.

His form has also been recognised internationally. The former Oxford RFC player has made six England A appearances and earned his first senior England cap against the USA in 2025.

“We’re delighted to extend Charlie’s contract here at Kingsholm,” said Skivington. “He’s someone we identified early on as a player we wanted to bring into our environment, and since joining the Club, he’s had to work incredibly hard for his opportunities. Over the past year, we’ve really seen the rewards of that dedication on the pitch.

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“It’s a real coup for us to secure Charlie’s future. There was plenty of interest in him, but we’re confident in the programme we’ve built here and the vision for what we can achieve. Clearly, Charlie believes he can play a big part in that as well.”

The former Wasps standout says he is happy to continue at Kingsholm despite interest from other clubs.

“It was a pretty easy decision for me to re-sign when I looked at all my options. I’m not from Gloucester, but I absolutely love the lads and the supporters, who have all welcomed me with open arms, so this really does feel like home now.

“Most importantly, I’m really enjoying my rugby at the moment. I feel like I have a big role to play within this team and, with the exciting changes to the coaching and playing group over the summer, I believe we’re only going to keep improving, both collectively and individually.”