AndréGoedhals

Exeter Chiefs confirmed the signing of South African lock André Goedhals from Currie Cup side, the Airlink Pumas, with immediate effect in October 2026.

The 6ft 6ins, 22-year-old second-rower made the move from Mpumalanga to Devon having been born on English shores.

Having attended Oakdale Agricultural High School, whose rugby alumni include British & Irish Lions back-rower CJ Stander, Goedhals gained representative honours.

At a club level, Goedhals joined the DHL Stormers’ player pathway in 2023 as a member of the Western Province squad. However, it was upon moving to Airlink Pumas earlier this year that he earned his senior rugby opportunity. During the 2026 Currie Cup, he made six appearances and scored two tries as the Pumas reached the final of the competition.

Goedhals had already agreed a three-year contract with Chiefs but, following negotiations with Pumas, was granted permission to join the squad in Devon earlier than planned.