Coetzee raring to go after joining Red Bulls

STEFAN Coetzee is the latest player to join the Newcastle Red Bulls revolution, with the South African fullback arriving on a one-season deal.

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The 27-year-old has shone for the Pumas during South Africa's Currie Cup, earning their Player of the Season award, and will link up with his new team in the coming weeks.

Red Bulls director of rugby Steve Diamond said: “Stefan is a very dynamic ball carrier who is good under the high ball.

“He's gone well for the Pumas in the Currie Cup, he's keen to learn and he'll give us some depth at fullback as we move into the Gallagher PREM season.”

Coetzee, whose Pumas side narrowly missed out on the semifinals of the Currie Cup, said: “I'm very excited to come and play in the UK - especially at Newcastle, with everything going on at the club at the moment.

“It's a massive privilege to be involved with the Red Bulls, and I'm looking forward to giving it my best.”