Big news in Scottish rugby: Jamie Ritchie is heading home. The Scotland international back-row has signed a two-year deal to join Glasgow Warriors this summer, leaving French Top 14 side Perpignan after just one season.

Ritchie, 29, will bring a wealth of experience to Scotstoun. A former Edinburgh captain who spent 11 years with the capital club after joining straight from school, he made the bold move to France last summer. It didn't take him long to make an impact—he was handed the Perpignan captaincy and played a key role in their fight against relegation.

His season was interrupted by a leg injury suffered in Scotland's Six Nations win over England in February, which kept him sidelined for two months. But he quickly resumed his leadership role upon return, showing the grit and determination that have made him a fan favorite.

Ritchie's return to Scotland comes at a crucial time for Glasgow. The Warriors are losing several established players at the end of this season, including Scotland trio Jack Dempsey, Adam Hastings, and Huw Jones. Ritchie's arrival will help fill that void and add some serious steel to the back row.

While he was only one year into his Perpignan contract, it's understood Ritchie was keen to move back to Scotland to be closer to his young family. The Warriors are also adding South African back-row Ruwald van der Merwe and Australian utility back Bayley Kuenzle this summer as head coach Franco Smith continues to reshape his squad.

For fans of Scottish rugby, this is a homecoming that promises to bring both leadership and passion to the Warriors' ranks. Whether you're cheering from the stands or representing your club on the pitch, Ritchie's return is a reminder that sometimes the best moves are the ones that bring you home.