Nick Easter has defied convention throughout his career. The veteran No 8 did not plough a conventional furrow from academy into the professional ranks. He followed a lesser-trodden path to the top — via Rosslyn Park and Orrell — before embarking on an 11-year association with Harlequins which shows little sign of ending. A new contract is being discussed and, with the 36-year-old playing as well as ever, both parties are keen to agree a deal. Nick Easter has no plans for retirement as he prepares for a second Champions Cup clash with Leinster Easter tackles Darragh Fanning of Leinster during the Harelquins' European victory last week
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Harlequins face Leinster in their Champions Cup clash on Saturday
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Veteran No 8 Nick Easter insists he has no intentions of retiring just yet
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The 36-year-old still has hopes of an England comeback at the World Cup
The @placeholder star still relishes taking on the next generation of young players, despite turning 36 this year