GLASGOW Warriors lock Greg Peterson has signed a new two-year deal that will see him stay at Scotstoun until May 2019.

The USA international arrived from Leicester Tigers in May 2015 and committed his future to the club on Tuesday by putting pen to paper on a two-year extension.

Peterson, who has made 18 appearances for Gregor Townsend's side, is currently recovering from shoulder surgery and is expected to return to action early next year.

He told glasgowwarriors.org: "I’ve enjoyed my 18 months in Glasgow. The club, the supporters and the community have been great to me and I’m really happy to be staying.

“The culture and style of play here in Glasgow brings out the best in players and attracts the best players and coaches from around the world to the club. 

“I remember watching the team win the Guinness PRO12 and getting excited by that and success is something I want to be a part of here.”

Head coach Townsend, who will leave the club at the end of the season to replace Vern Cotter as Scotland boss, added: “Greg has worked really hard over the last 18 months since joining us and has fitted in well in our environment.

“It’s great news that he’s staying for another couple of years to compete with the other second-rows at the club.”