Scarlets sign back row Davies from Ospreys

Tristan Davies played junior rugby for Bryncoch RFC and was capped by Wales Under-20s

Scarlets have signed back row Tristan Davies from Ospreys for next season.

The 23-year-old has played 13 games since making his Ospreys debut in 2022, featuring against Scarlets on Judgement Day in April.

Davies also ran out in this season's Challenge Cup matches against Lions and Montpellier.

"I'm really excited for the opportunity ahead. I love what's being built at the Scarlets and the direction the team is heading and believe I can bring my own style of play to the group and add to what is already a very strong outfit," Davies said.

"I've always admired the Scarlets' style of play and the support at Parc y Scarlets is always top class - it's a tough place for opposition, so I'm happy to have that kind of backing on my side now.

"I'm also very thankful for the past few seasons at Ospreys and everything I've learned there."

Scarlets head coach Dwayne Peel said he has been impressed with Davies' physicality and the way he has taken his opportunities when selected.

"He carries well, puts a big shift into defence and has a great work ethic. He will add to a strong group of back-row forwards we have at the club," said Peel.

Davies becomes the Scarlets' fifth new signing for next season, joining Joe Hawkins, Jake Ball, Dane Blacker and Ioan Jones.