OMNISPORT 

Marland Yarde has signed a new long-term contract with Harlequins.

The England wing, who joined Harlequins from London Irish in 2014, has scored nine tries in 30 games for the club. 

Since making his international bow in 2013, Yarde has made only six further appearances for England and was not included in their squad for the Rugby World Cup. 
But the 23-year-old has been happy with his performances for Harlequins and is confident of success with the club - who sit fourth in the Premiership after six games.

"I am really happy to have re-signed for Harlequins for the next few seasons," Yarde told Harlequins' official website.

"Since joining, I've enjoyed being part of a great team with some exceptional players. We have a side that is truly capable of beating anyone and I'm excited to be a part of that.

"We have started this season well and I'm pleased with my personal form; it was a very easy decision to make."

Director of rugby Conor O'Shea added: "Marland is a young man with boundless potential and we will work with him to make sure he fulfils it. 

"He combines pace, power, physicality and footwork allied to the fact that he is a good footballer. We are delighted that Marland has committed and know within this group he will go from strength to strength."