The lure of working for his native Argentina side as an assistant to Michael Cheika after the end of this season has understandably proved too hard for him to resist, and Felipe Contepomi believes he is a better coach for having worked with Leinster for the last four seasons.
“I think in every way,” he said. “My experience here in Leinster has been unbelievable. I always say I am a lucky man in my whole career, my whole life until now. I have been lucky to play in some of the best teams in Europe, with some of the best players.
“And now coming to Leinster, I always will be grateful for Leinster and Leo Cullen to give me the opportunity to work with so many great people. I have learned so much from every single one of them. And especially from the coaches like Stuart [Lancaster], Leo [Cullen], Robin [McBryde], John [Fogarty], Hugh [Hogan], Denis [Leamy]. I have learned from every single one. Emmett Farrell with his kicking strategy.
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- May 17, 2022
