Rugby

Tom Daly agrees new two-year deal at Connacht

The centre earned his first Ireland call-up in 2021 and will stay in the west until 2024

Connacht’s Tom Daly has signed a new two-year deal at the province. Photo: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Thu Dec 23 2021 - 11:46

Tom Daly has renewed his contract with Connacht, signing a two-year deal at the western province.

Daly joined the province on loan from Leinster in 2018 and made the move permanent at the end of that season. His new deal will now keep him there until 2024 at least.

The 28-year-old has become a key cog in Andy Farrell’s side and earned a first Ireland call-up this year.

“Playing for Connacht has been the highlight of my career so far,” Daly said. “There’s a really strong group of players and management who are all working together to succeed both in the URC and Champions Cup. I’m thankful to Andy and the coaches who have shown trust in me and I can’t wait to play my part in achieving our aims in the years ahead.”

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Friend added, “Tom is the perfect example of a player who has grabbed his playing opportunities with both hands. I’ve been impressed by him ever since he joined on his loan deal in 2018, and then we all saw last season just how good of a player he’s become. We’re all looking forward to seeing him continue his progression and help the squad to succeed over the next two years.”