Returning London Wasps flanker James Haskell is delighted by his move back to the Aviva Premiership following three seasons away in France, Japan and New Zealand.

Haskell previously spent seven seasons with Wasps and is now relishing a return to action against Leeds Carnegie on Friday.

"I was always a fan of Wasps as a child and I always wanted to come back here. I feel a lot more mature now and am enjoying doing some work with some of the young guys as well and I am excited to just be here," said Haskell.

The former England international hopes that his Premiership comeback can also help reignite his international career.

"If Wasps go well you always have a chance to get your England place back and that's what I want to do."

Haskell was a fringe player for England at the 2011 Rugby World Cup.