Robinson has been a spectacular success since switching from League

The 30-year-old, recently made Sharks captain, said: "I am absolutely delighted to have signed this deal."

Fellow England international Chris Jones has also signed a new three-year contract with the club.

Sale director of rugby Philippe Saint-Andre said: "Signing up Jason and Chris on long-term deals is a major boost for the club."

Robinson hopes to lead Sale to success this season, after they lost in the Powergen Cup final last term and narrowly missed out on a place in the Heineken Cup.

The lads feel we can deliver something special over the next few years Chris Jones

"Sale Sharks were the club who took a gamble on me four years ago when I left rugby league and taught me the union game," he added.

"I feel that by agreeing to end my playing days here I will be able to repay their faith in me.

"I am also more convinced than ever that the dream of seeing the Sharks establish themselves as one of the best clubs in Europe is coming ever closer.

Sale suffer French loss

"I am confident that during my time at the club I will win the major honours in the club game to go with those that I have won with England."

Jones, 24, is a product of Sale's academy and made his England debut during last season's Six Nations Championship.

He said: "Philippe Saint-Andre and the coaches have really got the place buzzing and the lads feel we can deliver something special over the next few years with this squad."