# Exeter Chiefs club developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/exeter-chiefs-club-developments
> Updated: 2026-09-11T09:08:37.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Exeter Chiefs players Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and Henry Slade were selected for England’s 25-player elite squad for the 2026/27 season. This selection followed the national team’s summer victories against Fiji and Argentina.

As the club prepared for competitive play in the PREM Rugby Cup against Bristol Bears, director of rugby Rob Baxter highlighted the integration of summer signings including Sam Wolstenholme, Will Butt, and Harry Wilson. The squad also saw the return of captain Jack Yeandle from injury.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-11: Exeter Chiefs prepare for Bristol Bears clash with new signings

Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter has named five debutants for the upcoming PREM Rugby Cup clash against Bristol Bears, citing strong performances from new signings in recent friendlies.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/exeter-chiefs-prepare-for-bristol-bears-clash-with-new-signings

### 2026-08-17: Exeter Chiefs players named in England elite rugby squad

Exeter Chiefs players Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and Henry Slade have joined England’s 2026/27 elite player squad. The club also announced a new kit partnership with sportswear brand VX3.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/exeter-chiefs-players-named-in-england-elite-rugby-squad

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