Santiago Cordero excited about stint with Exeter Chiefs

Argentina international Santiago Cordero is excited about playing for Exeter Chiefs after signing a short-term deal with the Aviva Premiership club with immediate effect.

Cordero, who is contracted with the Sandy Park outfit until the end of the season was seen training with his new team-mates ahead of the Anglo-Welsh Cup clash against Saracens on Saturday.

The 24-year-old, who can play at either wing or full-back has been capped 33 times for Argentina and will make a switch from Super Rugby club Jaguares.

“I’m very happy to be here and this is a great opportunity for me,” said Cordero. “I’m looking forward to the future and I hope to play some games and show what I can do.

“I know I have lots to learn about rugby here in England, especially as this is the first time I’ve played club rugby outside of Argentina, but I know I am coming to a great club. Last season they showed how good they were by becoming champions and, hopefully, they can do it again this season.

“I’ve watched a few of their games, I’ve talked to the trainers, and it’s a great set-up here, so I look forward to the next few months and see what it can bring.”

Exeter's campaign has been hampered by injuries to Jack Nowell (ankle), James Short (finger), Henry Slade (shoulder), Max Bodilly (shoulder) and Michele Campagnaro (knee) forcing rugby director Rob Baxter to turn to the Argentina international for reinforcement.

“I have only been here a few days, but I see already that Exeter is a beautiful place,” he added. “The club too is great and the people are treating me very well. Right now I have a lot of energy to play, so hopefully I can show what I can do and play well for the club.”

Exeter Chiefs currently are at the second position in Pool 2 with two wins from three games.