Ireland loosehead Andrew Porter pens new IRFU deal

Andrew Porter has signed a new two-year contract with the IRFU, extending his commitment to Ireland and Leinster Rugby until July 2027.

The 28-year-old loosehead prop made his international debut against the USA in 2017 and has earned 70 caps for Ireland. He has been part of three Guinness Men’s Six Nations title-winning campaigns and featured at the 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cups.

Porter played in all 11 of Ireland’s Tests in 2024, cementing his position as a central figure in Andy Farrell’s squad. His extension comes fresh on heels of fellow prop Tadhg Furlong, who also signed until 2027. Unlike Furlong there had been little talk of Porter being courted by overseas clubs and his contract renewal was more or less a forgone conclusion.

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At club level, Porter has made 128 appearances for Leinster since his senior debut in September 2016. He has won four Pro12/Pro14 titles, the European Champions Cup, and scored 18 tries for the Province.

“Playing in Ireland is something that I never take for granted and I am delighted to commit my future to my home Province Leinster and Ireland,” said Porter in an IRFU statement. “There is a huge amount of talent coming through the system at provincial and international levels and it is a privilege to work with such a talented group of coaches and players.

“I believe that the level of competition will drive us all on as we bid for success in the months and years to come and I am proud that I will have the chance to be a play in the Irish system for the next number of seasons.”

IRFU Performance Director, David Humphreys, added: “Andrew is an outstanding world-class talent and it is a huge statement of intent that he has committed his future to both Leinster and the IRFU. He has maintained a consistently high level of performance for club and country and his durability means that he is a key figure in Irish Rugby and will continue to be so for the next few seasons.

“We are delighted that Andrew has signed a new deal and look forward to him taking the next steps forward in his career in the years to come.”