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Saracens prop Alec Clarey has signed a new contract to keep him at the Prem club for the 2026-27 season.
The 32-year-old has made 82 appearances for the north London club and helped them win the Prem title in 2023.
He has played just four times this season in the league and once in the Prem Rugby Cup.
“Al has had a difficult time with injuries this season, but there is no doubting his value to the squad both on the pitch and off it,” Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall told the club’s website.
“An infectious personality, Alec continues to show all the great qualities we would want from an experienced tighthead like himself. So, it’s great he can continue with the club into next season.”
Clarey said: “Saracens has become a bit of a home away from home for me over the last seven years. It’s been amazing to be part of such a strong culture, so I’m really pleased to continue to work and be around this special group of players.”
Getty ImagesFormer Australia international prop Jermaine Ainsley’s move to Saracens is off and he will return to the Southern Hemisphere for “personal reasons” after the termination of his Lyon contract.
The 30-year-old had been due to link up with the north London club in preparation for the 2026-27 season but Sarries have confirmed in a statement he will no longer be signing.
Ainsley, who was born in New Zealand but earned three caps for the Wallabies, has represented Perth Spirit, Force, Rebels and Melbourne Rising in Australia, as well as Otago and Highlanders in New Zealand.
Meanwhile, Sarries prop Harvey Beaton has signed a new deal with the Prem club.
The 25-year-old has made 23 appearances, including six this season.
“I feel privileged to re-sign with my boyhood club,” he said.
“I’ve learned a lot during my time here and I’m excited to keep developing, playing a part in the team’s success going forward, and continuing to work with a great group in north London.”
