Former Stormers flyhalf joins Premiership heavyweight side
NEWS: Former Stormers flyhalf Tim Swiel has joined Saracens on a short-term deal.
The 31-year-old Swiel joined as an injury cover for Louis Johnson who’s been sidelined for three months following a recent bicep tear injury that occurred during training.
Swiel – who’s also comfortable at fullback returns to Saracens after training with the side during their last campaign.
Ahead of a busy Premiership season, Swiel’s arrival will provide Saracens with plenty of experience having represented the Stormers, Sharks, Edinburgh, Newcastle Falcons and Harlequins.
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Director of Rugby Mark McCall is pleased to welcome Swiel back into the fold.
“Tim was a very popular member of the group when he trained with us last year so we are delighted to have him back.
His experience will be valuable to the younger players and we are excited to see him steer the group through the Cup calendar.”
Swiel is excited to be back in North London.
“I’m really pleased to be back here at Saracens. After training with them at the end of last season I could see how much quality there is in the group, and I’m looking forward to playing my part with this new-look squad.”
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