Mateo Carreras signs new contract with Newcastle
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - MARCH 13: Falcons wing Mateo Carreras is tackled by Bath fly half Tian Schoeman on his way to setting up the second Falcons try during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby match between Newcastle Falcons and Bath at Kingston Park on March 13, 2021 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
Argentinian winger Mateo Carreras has finalised a new one-year extension to stay at Newcastle Falcons beyond the current season.
The 21-year-old has made four appearances for Falcons since arriving on a short-term deal from the Jaguares in December.
An ex-Argentina sevens international, the new deal agreed with Carreras was welcomed by director of rugby Dean Richards.
“Mateo is a young player with a huge amount of potential,” said Richards.
“He has outstanding footwork and pace, and for a relatively small guy he hits incredibly hard.
“It’s obviously well documented that he has been serving a suspension over the past couple of months, for which he has apologised and will learn from, and we’re looking forward to seeing him back on the field showcasing his rugby ability.”
“I am very happy to extend my contract with Newcastle,” Carreras said.
“I think we can do a lot of good things next season.
“We have an outstanding staff of coaches and players, and I am really motivated for the year ahead.”
Carreras follows on from Falcons signing Mark Tampin and Connor Collett to extensions this week.
