Worcester secure Mullan future
Worcester have announced that front-row prospect Matt Mullan has committed his future to the club by signing a new two-year deal at Sixways.
Worcester have announced that front-row prospect Matt Mullan has committed his future to the club by signing a new two-year deal at Sixways.
The 21-year-old Academy product, who is comfortable at prop or hooker, has made seventeen appearances for the Warriors so far this term.
Director of Rugby Mike Ruddock admitted he was delighted to agree a new deal with the England U20 international.
“It is fantastic news that we can announce that Matt has decided to extend this development at Sixways Stadium by signing a new two-year contract,” he said.
“Matt is a fine prospect indeed. He is able to play in more than one position, playing for England at age level at prop and also at hooker and prop for Warriors.
“His ability to come in at more than one position is very advantageous to the team.”
Mullan was also pleased to have extended his stay at the Guinness Premiership club, having settled from an early age at Sixways.
“I'm delighted to sign a new deal at Warriors, I have really enjoyed this season and being a part of the first team squad,” he said.
“I have grown up at this club over the last five years and have been helped throughout with my development by the coaching staff.
“This season I have also had Darren Morris and Tony Windo guiding me and they have also been fantastic for my career.
“I always wanted to play for Warriors and look forward to not only improving as a player but also being a big part in the exciting future here at Sixways Stadium.”
Meanwhile, Newcastle have announced the signing of centre Spencer Davey from Doncaster Knights.
The 25-year-old will join the club at the end of the current season on a one-year deal.
“Spencer is a player we have been watching for some time, and we are delighted to have secured his signature,” said Director of Rugby Steve Bates.
The former England U21 international made his Premiership breakthrough with Bath, where he made 28 first team appearances at inside centre.
Davey continued his development at Glasgow before joining Doncaster at the start of this season, where he played a key role in helping the Yorkshire side reach the top four in National Division One.
“With our international backs away for so much of the season the need for depth in midfield is absolutely vital for us going forward, and Spencer will therefore be a quality addition to our playing group,” Bates added.
“He has good experience of rugby in all sorts of different environments in the Premiership, Magners League and National One, so he is a player capable of adapting and we look forward to working with him over the next season.”