Newcastle Falcons: Sinoti Sinoti extends contract until 2016

Newcastle Falcons wing Sinoti Sinoti has signed a new two-year contract.

Injury has restricted the 28-year-old Samoa international to three league appearances since arriving in December on a deal until the end of the season.

He becomes the fourth player in eight days to extend their time at Newcastle.

Argentina three-quarter Gonzalo Tiesi, 28, also committed until 2016, while 31-year-old hooker Matt Thompson and former Scotland lock Scott MacLeod, 35, have both signed one-year extensions.

Falcons director of rugby Dean Richards said: "These are talented individuals that bring a wealth of experience to the table which is vital in the Premiership.

"Sinoti is a quality player with a lot of power and aggression. He will complement our talented youngsters coming through."