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Saracens have today confirmed they have agreed a deal to bring the 2005 British and Irish Lion to Vicarage Road.
The 30-year-old outside half played a pivitol role in Sale's two European trimuph's but has announced his excitement at making the move south.
"I am excited to be joining a club now recognised as the most ambitious and player-friendly in the Premiership," he said.
"Saracens have great people and great plans - there really is something special happening in north London, and I'm looking forward to being part of it.
"Irrespective of what has happened this season at Sale, I wanted a new challenge elsewhere. I'm not getting any younger and wouldn't want to hang up my boots wondering whether I should have moved.
"Sale have always been good to me and I have made many friends at the club, both on and off the field. The fans are very special and they can rest assured that I will be giving everything and more while I am still a Sharks player and want to leave the club on a high note."
Saracens Director of Rugby Mark McCall has spoken about his delight of capturing Hodgson's signature.
"As a club, we have been making massive strives over the past couple of years and the signing of Charlie Hodgson is another major step," he said.
"He is a world-class player whose personality and ability ideally suits our environment.
"Charlie was wanted by many leading clubs, and we are delighted he has chosen to sign with Saracens."
