Adam Jones has re-signed with Harlequins and will combine playing with a coaching role.
The ex-Wales prop will become Assistant Forwards Coach and work alongside Graham Rowntree.
The 35-year-old has impressed Harlequins Director of Rugby John Kingston working with the younger players as well as making 22 appearances.
Jones, who won four Six Nations titles in his 95-cap career with Wales, said:
“Since moving to this club, I have loved my time.
“When John and Graham suggested the joint role, I jumped at the chance.
“Coaching is a route I have always wanted to go down so this is an opportunity for me to work with two of the best.
“I’d be stupid to not take this chance to develop and up-skill myself with a forward pack that is only going to get better. I’m looking forward to the rest of the season and doing my best to ensure we have a great year.”
Kingston said: “Adam has had an enormous impact on the Club in his brief time at Harlequins.
“That influence has been both on field, where he continues to do a huge job when called upon, and also off the pitch, where he has set tremendously high standards of professionalism which are providing an inspirational example to others.
“His encouragement to players has manifested itself in assisting the coaching needs of individuals and groups.
“It is for this reason that, as well as remaining in the playing squad, both Graham Rowntree and I believe it is a perfect opportunity to put him into the role of Assistant Forwards Coach, to help Graham where needed.
“I have no doubt that Adam will continue to prove a terrific asset to Harlequins in his dual role.”
