Exeter Chiefs confirm signing of Martin Moloney after successful trial

Exeter Chiefs have announced the signing of flanker Martin Moloney ahead of the 2024/25 season following a successful trial.

A part of Leinster Academy, the 24-year-old made his senior debut with the club in 2021 and has made 11 appearances for the senior team since then.

He spent the summer training with the Chiefs and was given his first experience of game-time at Sandy Park in the first game of the Double Header two weeks ago against London Scottish.

“I am hugely excited to be joining the Exeter Chiefs squad this season,” he told the club's official website.

“Watching how the team has performed over the last few years and the style of rugby that they play here, it is clear that now is a great time to be joining the club.

“Having been here for the last two months, I have learned a lot more about the rich history of this club.

“I look forward to representing the club this season and helping this group add to the legacy that is already here.”

Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter is pleased with Moloney joining the squad after a successful trial.

“Martin has now joined up with us for the remainder of the season. He’s a young guy who’s had some injury issues at Leinster, took an opportunity to come to us on a long-term trial. We initially extended that period having watched him train for a month to include the recent double header games.

“I thought he did really well in our London Scottish and Cornish Pirates games. He’s trained really well for us and will give us a different option in the back row but also strengthen us in a position where – with players leaving and injuries – we’ve not got the strength in depth that we’ve had previously.

“He certainly adds a different dimension over the ball and around the contact area for us. So, we’ve been delighted to agree a contract with Martin to keep him with us until the end of the season.”