Visser will be eligible to play for Scotland in 2012

Edinburgh have been boosted by the news that Tim Visser has signed a two-year contract extension at Murrayfield.

It means the Dutch winger, who joined from Newcastle in June 2009, will be with Rob Moffat's side until May 2013.

Visser, 23, won the Magners League Young Player of the Season award in his debut season at Edinburgh after scoring 10 tries in that competition.

"My first thought when it came to deciding my future was always to stay at Edinburgh," said the player.

"I'm thrilled that I've got everything sorted out nice and early so that I can focus on helping the team enjoy a successful second half to the season, starting with the Heineken Cup match against Cardiff.

"Edinburgh showed a lot of faith in me when they brought me up here, and I'm delighted to be able to repay that by staying on and helping the club to grow.

"We've got a talented young squad, and I'm convinced that we're in a good position to really kick on in the next few years.

When I've completed the residency period, I'd love to be considered Edinburgh winger Tim Visser on his Scotland ambitions

"I feel very at home in the set-up, I get great support from the coaches and my teammates, and I know how important those things are in helping you continue to perform."

Visser is keen to be selected for Scotland once he becomes eligible to represent them - after a residency period of three years.

"The Scotland aspect obviously is one more reason for committing myself to Edinburgh, but the main motivation was staying in a place and a team where I know I will improve," said Visser, whose father played 67 times for the Netherlands.

"When I've completed the residency period, I'd love to be considered, but my overriding focus is doing well with Edinburgh and helping the team achieve.

"We've got a number of massive matches coming up in the next couple of months that will be absolutely crucial for us in terms of reaching the Magners League play-offs.

"I firmly believe we're capable of finishing in the top four."

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