Henry Pollock, the rising star of Northampton Saints, is contemplating a future that may extend beyond rugby and even abroad. As he engages in advanced negotiations for a new contract with the Gallagher Premiership champions, the 21-year-old remains open to various opportunities, having recently signed with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Talent Agency.

Pollock expressed his ambition to explore different countries and sports, stating, "I definitely want to go and live in different countries, explore new sports, explore new avenues." Hearn, who values Pollock at £1m, has been proactive in presenting opportunities to the young player, who views this valuation as a positive rather than a pressure. "I don’t see it as pressure... Eddie's been great for me and he's given me so many avenues to get into."

Despite his aspirations, Pollock’s immediate focus remains on rugby. He acknowledges the special role that Northampton has played in his career, saying, "Northampton's been so great to me, I've been here my whole career and they've made me who I am. For me to stay here would be so special."

However, he recognizes the necessity of making "selfish" decisions for his future. Pollock stated, "Your career is so short that you look back on yourself and you almost regret not exploring new avenues." As he weighs his options, Pollock remains committed to finding the best path for his career, whether that involves staying with Northampton or pursuing new ventures.