Taylor, a lively No.9 who boasts superb ball distribution and a keen eye for a gap, began his career at Harlequins Academy before heading to Loughborough University to further his rugby education and pursue a degree in Fine Art.

His impressive performances in National One earned him a contract with Saracens, and after also completing a loan spell with Bedford Blues, Taylor is relishing the prospect of pulling on a Black, Green and Gold jersey next season.

“I’m really excited about the opportunity to join a Club like Northampton Saints,” he said.

“It’s clear that the side has made brilliant progress this season and they are playing a brand of rugby I have always loved. I’m sure that working with the likes of Chris Boyd and Sam Vesty will help me improve as a player.

“Saints’ set-up, with their training facilities and proudly cared for grass pitch, is an environment in which I look forward to training day in, day out.

“I know first-hand that Franklin’s Gardens is a formidable place to play – I’m looking forward to having that support behind me next year, and giving a good account of myself so I can push to reach my full potential.”

Taylor boasts international credentials after representing England under-20s back in 2014, making his debut during the Six Nations before being crowned a Junior World Champion later that year in a side that included current Northampton prop Paul Hill.