Louis Lynagh signs professional terms at Harlequins
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 13: Louis Lynagh of Harlequins is tackled by George Martin of Leicester Tigers during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby match between Harlequins and Leicester Tigers at The Twickenham Stoop on February 13, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images for Harlequins)
Harlequins have signed academy graduate Louis Lynagh to a new long-term deal after impressing in recent months.
Lynagh, the son of Wallabies great Michael, has started on five occasions for Quins this season and scored two tries.
The 20-year-old qualifies for England, Australia and Italy and has represented England at age-grade level, as well as gaining experience in the 2019-20 season at Richmond in National One.
Given his chance to impress in the Premiership, the wing/full-back stated his intention to remain in the starting line-up amidst competition from Mike Brown, Aaron Morris, Nathan Earle, Cadan Murley, Joe Marchant, Tyrone Green and Ross Chisholm.
“It’s fantastic to be able to sign a new deal with Quins,” he said.
“It’s been great to have the opportunity to get out there in the Premiership in the last two months, and I’m looking forward to more.
“There is a lot of competition for places in the outside back unit here, which is driving standards. It’s a great place for me to continue developing my game.
“There’s a great feel around the squad at the moment. It’s a team full of potential and we know this group has the ability to go out there and win silverware. That’s something I’m excited to be a part of.”
General manager Billy Millard said: “We’re delighted to have Louis signed up for more on a long-term deal with Quins. Louis is an immensely determined young man with real talent.
“He has worked hard in training the last few seasons and has taken his chances with both hands this season. We’re delighted to see Louis add further depth to our stocks out wide and are excited to see how he continues to develop.”
