Sale sign Kiwi scrum-half Roe from Chiefs
Sale Sharks have signed scrum-half Xavier Roe from the New Zealand side Chiefs on a two-year deal. Roe, who has spent five years with the Chiefs, expressed his desire to experience a new environment and join a different team. Director of rugby Alex Sanderson believes Roe will bring significant quality to the club as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- ▪Xavier Roe has joined Sale Sharks on a two-year deal from Chiefs.
- ▪He has made 58 appearances for the Chiefs, scoring 40 points.
- ▪Roe aims to experience a new environment and players as he transitions to Sale.
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