Irish scrum-half Peter Stringer has signed a new one-year extension with Sale Sharks that will see him play past his 39th birthday.

The Cork native has undergone a career renaissance in England since leaving Munster to join Saracens on loan in December 2011. Since the move to London over four years ago, Stringer has also had a loan spell at Newcastle before spending over two-years at Bath.

Stringer joined Sale Sharks on a one-year deal last summer and it was revealed on Friday morning he has signed a one-year extension. Sale's Director of Rugby Steve Diamond said he was delighted to tie Stringer down to another year. "Peter is a model professional who is incredibly fit and shows no signs of getting old. He has brought our backline to life this season. He is a very well respected member of our squad and the younger lads have all benefitted from Peter being here."

Great news as @stringer9 has signed a new deal at Sale Sharks! https://t.co/9We4Ezr1Hs #JoinTheHunt pic.twitter.com/sw4wiKRDLl

— Sale Sharks (@SaleSharksRugby) February 26, 2016

Speaking after signing the new deal, Stringer said there is no sign of slowing down yet. "I'm delighted to have agreed a new deal. I am loving my rugby at Sale Sharks. It's a great environment and we have some very talented players at the club. The opportunity to get regular game time has given me a new lease of life."

His last appearance for Ireland came against England in the 2011 Six Nations.