Scotland project player Cornell du Preez signs new deal

Scotland project player Cornell du Preez has signed up with Edinburgh for another two seasons.
Cornell Du Preez has committed to two more seasons with Edinburgh.  Picture: Ben Hoskins/Getty ImagesCornell Du Preez has committed to two more seasons with Edinburgh.  Picture: Ben Hoskins/Getty Images
Cornell Du Preez has committed to two more seasons with Edinburgh. Picture: Ben Hoskins/Getty Images

The South Africa-born back-rower, who is eligible to play for Scotland on the residency rule just ahead of the autumn internationals, joined the capital side from the Southern Kings in October 2013.

The former Springbok Under-20 player said: “I’m very pleased to be staying. The squad karma is really good and the club is moving forward.