Friday 2 February 2018 14:57, UK
Alex Walmsley has signed a new four-year deal which will keep him at St Helens until the end of the 2022 season.
Walmlsey, 27, was linked with several National Rugby League sides after breaking onto the international stage with England in 2017.
The St Helens prop, whose previous deal was due to expire this year, has put pen to paper on the eve of St Helens' Super League campaign.
St Helens kick off their season on Saturday against Castleford Tigers, live on Sky Sports Action and Main Event.
"This is superb news not only for the St Helens club but for the British game," St Helens chairman Eamonn McManus said.
"Alex is an international class player who has been at the forefront of the sport over the last few seasons.
It's certainly something I've thought about and it's something I'm open to but what I can say is, if I don't do it now, I won't ever do it.
"He has established himself as one of the best forwards in the game and it is fair to say he can only get better too.
"We know Alex was courted by several NRL clubs and I have no doubt that this signing will be a boost for everyone in Super League."
