Flanker Alex Rieder signs new Wasps contract

Flanker Alex Rieder has signed a new contract with Aviva Premiership leaders Wasps.

The former Rotherham back-row forward has made 17 appearances this term as Wasps have stormed to the top of England's top division.

"To be able to extend my contract at Wasps is a great honour," said Rieder.

"To not only be able to play for a club with such an amazing history but also to potentially contribute to it is a privilege.

"The past couple of years have been the highlight of my career and the opportunity to help the squad try to push for silverware, whilst playing alongside some of the best players in the world, has been and will continue to be a dream come true."

Wasps director of rugby Dai Young hailed Rieder as a fully-dependable squad member at the Ricoh Arena.

"You always know what you are going to get from Alex; he carries strongly, creates opportunities in attack and is physical in defence," said Young.

"He's industrious around the pitch, always giving you 100 per cent in his performances, and he's really stepped up for us every time he has worn the Wasps shirt, particularly during the international period."

Scotland U20s fly-half Connor Eastgate has also signed a new deal with Wasps, while Tom Willis and Will Porter have earned senior academy contracts.

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