Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that 20 players will depart Sandy Park at the end of the 2025/26 campaign as Rob Baxter continues to reshape his squad ahead of next season.
The list of departures includes experienced internationals Scott Sio and Len Ikitau, academy graduate Rusi Tuima and Wales international Christ Tshiunza. Several younger players have also secured moves elsewhere following successful loan spells and development opportunities away from Devon.
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Scott Sio
The veteran Wallabies prop will bring his time at Sandy Park to a close this summer. Sio has agreed a move to Cardiff Rugby, where he will compete in the BKT United Rugby Championship next season.
Len Ikitau
Australian international centre Len Ikitau will also leave Exeter after a single season with the club. The Wallabies star has been one of the Chiefs' marquee signings but will move on at the end of the campaign.
Rusi Tuima
One of Exeter's most successful academy products in recent years, Tuima will head to Newcastle next season. The powerful back-rower will reunite with former Chief Josh Hodge at the Red Bulls.
Will Rigg
Centre Will Rigg is also set for Newcastle, joining Tuima in making the move to the North East ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Christ Tshiunza
Wales international Christ Tshiunza will swap Devon for Greater Manchester after agreeing a move to Sale Sharks. The versatile forward has been a regular presence in the Chiefs pack since arriving from Worcester Warriors.
Louie Sinclair
Young back Louie Sinclair will continue his development at Bristol Bears. The move sees him remain alongside fellow Exeter youngster Sol Moody.
Sol Moody
Moody will also join Bristol Bears ahead of next season, with the promising forward securing a move to Ashton Gate.
Will Becconsall
After impressing during dual-registration spells with Cornish Pirates, scrum-half Becconsall will return to his home county on a permanent basis next season.
Jack Forsythe
Back-row forward Forsythe will also join Cornish Pirates, linking up with Becconsall as part of the Championship club's squad rebuild.
Harry Ascherl
Centre Harry Ascherl completes the trio heading to Cornish Pirates after gaining valuable experience away from Exeter this season.
Iwan Jenkins
The Welsh fly-half has turned his loan spell into a permanent move, signing for National League 1 side Plymouth Albion.
Dan John
Winger Dan John will leave Exeter this summer, with his next destination expected to be confirmed later this week.
Charlie Chapman
Scrum-half Charlie Chapman is another player whose future will be announced shortly after his departure from Sandy Park was confirmed.
Tamati Tua
Centre Tamati Tua departs after contributing valuable experience to the Chiefs backline during his time at the club.
Orson James
Young scrum-half Orson James will move on in search of fresh opportunities elsewhere.
Kian Gentry
Centre Kian Gentry is among the younger players leaving the club at the end of the season.
Khwezi Mona
South African prop Khwezi Mona will depart Exeter after his spell in Devon comes to an end.
Kwenzo Blose
Fellow prop Kwenzo Blose also leaves the Chiefs as part of the summer clear-out.
Alfie Bell
Lock Alfie Bell will move on following his development through the Exeter system.
Martin Moloney
Irish back-rower Martin Moloney is another member of the forward pack set to leave the club this summer.
Rob Baxter pays tribute
Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter thanked all departing players for their contributions to the club.
"I'd like to thank all the players leaving us for being a part of the Chiefs journey. This season has been an enjoyable one for all of us, as the boys have pushed themselves in all three competitions, creating some truly special memories.
"All of our leavers have contributed to a strong, tight-knit environment and I know I speak for everyone at the club when I say we wish them all the very best in the future."
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