Eire centre Stuart McCloskey has signed a two-year contract extension with Ulster.
The 32-year-old, who has received 18 Take a look at caps, debuted for his native province in February 2014 and has since amassed 190 appearances for the facet.
An integral a part of the set-up at Kingspan Stadium, he had been linked with a transfer to France final season however is now dedicated to Ulster till the summer time of 2027.
“I’m delighted to have signed a brand new contract for the following two years,” he stated.
“I really feel like I’m taking part in one of the best rugby of my profession, and I’m having fun with my function as one of many extra skilled gamers within the staff.”
In what figures to be a youthful squad guided by former Eire Underneath-20s head coach Richie Murphy this season, McCloskey added that he’s trying ahead to lending his expertise to youthful team-mates.
“We’ve got a squad full of expertise, and have a very good mix between expertise and youth. It’s thrilling instances across the place, and now we have a core of younger centres coming via that I’m excited to work with and assist push them on.
“I am actually motivated and excited for the season forward as we transfer ahead.”