Gloucester Confirms Signing of Former Worcester Warriors Centre Will Butler

Gloucester has confirmed the signing of Will Butler, a centre formerly with Worcester Warriors. Butler previously had a spell playing in New Zealand after leaving Worcester Warriors. Butler, aged 26, began his career with Worcester at 14 years old. Since his departure from the club in 2022, he has played for Championship side Hartpury and Tasman Mako in New Zealand. He was also part of the England squad that reached the final of the Under-20 World Championship in 2017. Gloucester director of rugby George Skivington commented on the new addition, stating: “We’re pleased to bring Will into the building here at Kingsholm to bolster our backs.” Skivington further explained the timing of the signing: “We’re going into a run of really competitive games, so having strength in depth in key areas will be critical.” He concluded by highlighting Butler’s qualities: “Will is an experienced player and he’s extremely motivated to have another shot at the Premiership, so he’s come in with a real hunger to learn and work hard, which has been pleasing.”