Scotland back-row forward signs new contract with Edinburgh

Scotland international Luke Crosbie has signed a new contract with Edinburgh ahead of his comeback from injury.

Edinburgh say the 24-year-old back-row forward has signed a long-term deal.

Crosbie was the club’s player of the season 12 months ago and made his Scotland debut against Tonga later in 2021.

He has been missing with a lower leg injury since January but is set to return for Saturday’s European Challenge Cup last-16 clash against Bath at the DAM Health Stadium.

Crosbie, who has made 65 appearances for the club, said: “I’m absolutely delighted to have re-signed with Edinburgh and I’m really looking forward to the future with this club.

“I’m really excited and I know my family are too. Re-signing means a lot to me, having come through Currie RFC while supporting Edinburgh as a young lad.

“My family still come down and support me every week – and they all wear the Edinburgh kit – so they’ll be really chuffed that they can continue to follow my journey with the club.

“It was obviously frustrating to be injured earlier this season but that’s the sport we play and it’s brilliant to be back involved now.

“It’s a really important part of the season with big games coming up and I’m looking forward to getting back out there and playing with my team-mates.”

Head coach Mike Blair added: “Luke was one of our most consistent performers to start the season, so to have him back fit with the squad – while extending terms with the club – is absolutely huge for us. We’re excited to see him back involved for the business end of the campaign.

“He’s a local guy that takes huge pride in representing the club every time he pulls on the Edinburgh jersey. We’re delighted he’ll continue to play his rugby here as part of a really competitive back-row unit.”