Saracens forward Juan Figallo signs contract extension
Wednesday 27 January 2016 13:54, UK
Saracens prop forward Juan Figallo has signed a multi-year contract extension with the club.
The 27-year-old Argentina international has extended his stay at Allianz Park after a successful start to his career in England which saw him pick up Aviva Premiership and LV=Cup winners' medals last season.
Figallo, who has made 24 appearances for Sarries since moving to north London from Montpellier in the summer of 2014, joins fellow front-rower Jamie George in re-signing with the Aviva Premiership leaders.
"Since I came over to England it's been a really enjoyable experience, both on and off the field," said Figallo, who played for the Pumas in last year's World Cup. "Last year we won the Aviva Premiership and this year we're doing well in both the league and in the Champions Cup.
"I've really enjoyed being here, I have a lot of friends and it's been great move for me and my family.
"I'm focused on Saracens - playing here, enjoying the club, enjoying the life and enjoying rugby. I'm delighted to be able to extend my stay here and I'm looking forward to next few years at Allianz Park."
Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall said: "We're delighted that Juan has committed his future to Saracens. On the pitch, he is one of the best scrummagers in world rugby and has shown great character and resolve to battle back from injury to get back to the form that we all know he is capable of.
"Off the pitch, he is always smiling and is a positive influence around the club. Alongside some of our homegrown players in our forwards, Juan has a key role to play at Allianz Park in the upcoming seasons. We're very happy to retain his services."
