‘Hungry’ Goosen makes European switch

Published on

Pierre Schoeman is set to welcome another talented South African to Scottish giants Edinburgh next season.

The Scots, who face the Stormers in Cape Town next Saturday in the quarter-finals of the Vodacom United Rugby Championship, on Thursday announced the signing of SA-born wing Wes Goosen from the Hurricanes.

The 26-year-old will link up with fellow SA natives, now Scotland internationals, Schoeman, WP Nel and Jaco van der Walt, as well as Henry Immelman and Boan Venter, at DAM Health Stadium following the end of the Super Rugby Pacific campaign.

Equally adept at outside centre, Goosen has scored 30 tries in 66 Super Rugby appearances for the Canes since his debut in 2016.

“I’m so excited and ready for a new challenge. From what I’ve heard, Edinburgh is an amazing place to live and the club seems like a perfect fit for me in my career right now,” said Goosen, who qualifies for New Zealand through residency.

“I’m a determined and selfless player who is hungry to make sure we take home the win. I’m looking forward to taking what I’ve learned in my years in New Zealand and giving it my all in Edinburgh.

“I [also] can’t wait to play in the Champions Cup. It makes the move even more exciting.”

Head coach Mike Blair added: “We believe this is a fantastic signing and think Edinburgh supporters will love what they’re getting in Wes.

“He’s quick, explosive and a brilliant finisher to boot. He’ll bring a new dynamic to an already exciting back-three unit, who’ve been impressive all season.”

READ: Schoeman pumped for scrum battle against Stormers’ Boks

Post by

Devin Hermanus