Wasps fly-half Jimmy Gopperth signs new contract

Wasps fly-half Jimmy Gopperth has signed a new contract with the club.

The New Zealander is currently the top scorer in the Aviva Premiership with 90 points, including three tries.

Gopperth has played 33 times for Wasps, scoring 343 points since joining from Leinster last season.

Gopperth said: "I'm really pleased to have signed a new contract with Wasps. The way the club's going and the direction we're moving in as a squad, the quality of players and coaching staff we have, it's just a great fit.

"I've really enjoyed myself the last couple of years, especially this year, and I'm loving my rugby playing alongside a great bunch of guys, so why not continue it?

"I believe there's a lot still to come from this squad. We've been learning our ways and making good progress, but I feel there's more to come. We obviously have a few more people to come in which will help our cause, but we're just looking to improve every single week. We're on the right track but we've still got plenty to learn."

Wasps' Director of Rugby Dai Young added: "Jimmy is a very important player for us on and off the field. He's played a big part in moving the club forward since he arrived.

"Aside from his skills and attitude on the pitch, his leadership, professionalism and encouragement of everyone around him is hugely valuable to the squad.

"Jimmy's a very important cog to keep this side progressing and I'm really pleased he is on board with us moving forwards.

"We all know how good a 10 Jimmy is, but his versatility has also really benefited the squad this season as he's shown his capability at the highest level as a 12 and has also covered 15 for us when needed.

"He is a top man who always puts the team first and because of that he is highly respected and is the type of player other players play for."

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