Nanai-Williams and Seu re-sign for the Chiefs

Dynamic utility back Tim Nanai-Williams and exciting forward Taleni Seu are the latest players to confirm their futures with the Chiefs.

Nanai-Williams, 27, has signed a one-year deal for 2018, while 23-year-old Seu has committed to the Chiefs for another two years through until 2019.

Tim Nanai-Williams made his Super Rugby debut against the Sharks in 2010. The evasive Counties Manukau utility back has been a consistent performer in the Chiefs jersey, accruing 81 caps over seven seasons to date. Nanai-Williams spent 2015 in Japan, but rejoined the Chiefs for the 2017 season.

Taleni Seu's impressive exploits for Auckland during his maiden Mitre 10 Cup season in 2015 earned him selection for the 2016 Chiefs squad and made his Super Rugby debut against the Crusaders in his team’s campaign opener that same year. Taleni Seu has played 28 games for the Gallagher Chiefs to date.

Colin Cooper, who will succeed Dave Rennie as head coach of the Chiefs from 2018 said: “I’m really pleased to have Tim and Taleni locked in for next season. Tim brings a huge amount of experience which makes him a real asset on-field and also as a mentor for our younger players coming through. He’s a versatile player who is able to cover most positions in the backline, plus he’s calm under pressure and gives the team continuity going forward.