Bath Rugby: Max Ojomoh signs new deal after exploring French options
The 26-year-old centre will start for England against Japan on Saturday, marking his second appearance for the national team.
By Rebecca Lewis ·
Max Ojomoh confirmed on Thursday that he has signed a contract extension with Bath Rugby. The 26-year-old centre made the announcement while in the England squad camp, stating that he is staying at the club for the foreseeable future.
Ojomoh is scheduled to start at inside centre for England against Japan on Saturday in the Nations Championship. This match will represent his third senior cap and second start for the national team. He earned the starting role after Gloucester's Seb Atkinson withdrew due to a hip injury. Ojomoh had previously been promoted directly to the senior squad following a performance for England A against Argentina XV at the Rec.
The player was out of contract in the summer and explored options in France before making his decision. Ojomoh cited the approaching World Cup as a key factor in choosing to remain in England. He noted that he wants to represent both his country and his city, viewing the move as the best path forward.
"I've re-signed at Bath in the last week. So I'm there for the foreseeable. I guess that's the announcement now, and I'm more than happy to stay for a long period of time," Ojomoh told Sky Sports.
He also discussed his development since his last appearance at Twickenham. Ojomoh said he has focused on increasing his physicality in defense and post-contact play while maintaining his attacking strengths. He admitted that being left out of the squad was frustrating but credited the regular match schedule in the Gallagher Premiership for keeping him in form.
Looking ahead to the match against Japan, Ojomoh said he wants to establish his presence in the squad. "I've waited too long for an opportunity. I've got the chance now; it'd be nice to put a stamp down and hopefully start trending well before the World Cup," he said.
Bath Rugby coach Johann van Graan is currently shaping the squad for the 2027/28 season. Other centres on the team, including Cam Redpath and Ollie Lawrence, are also reported to be out of contract at the end of the current season.
