South Sydney have re-signed hooker Issac Luke for three more NRL seasons, the Rabbitohs announced on Monday.
The deal will keep the injured New Zealand rake at Redfern until the end of the 2017 season.
In a club statement Luke, 26, said he was happy to have secured his future with Souths.
"I absolutely love this club, I love playing with the boys," Luke said.
"Since 'Madge' (coach Michael Maguire) joined the club I've played my best football and I think everyone recognises that he's brought the best out in me.
"I'm glad I have this part of my future sorted out and I can't wait to get the all clear to get back out on the field and play my part in another special season with the Rabbitohs."
Maguire welcomed the retention of Luke.
"Issac is one of the key players at our club and I've seen him become a leader amongst men during my time with the Rabbitohs," he said in a statement.
"His work rate on the field is matched only by the effort he puts into his game and preparation off the field.
"He's one of those players that everyone wants to play with, and loves playing with, and that's the kind of player we want at this club."
Luke injured his shoulder in Souths' round three loss to Wests Tigers and Maguire revealed after their defeat to Melbourne on Friday, he could return for next Monday's round 11 match against Cronulla.
"He is ticking all the boxes," Maguire said.
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