Wales forward Ratti signs new Ospreys deal

James Ratti has made 49 appearances for Ospreys

Wales forward James Ratti has signed a new Ospreys deal.

Ratti, who can play in the second row and back row, has been in fine form during the season when he was voted as Ospreys' players player of the season.

The 27-year-old has been called into the Wales squad for the two-Test tour of Japan in July.

Ratti has won one cap after making his Wales debut against South Africa at Twickenham in June 2024.

"The last two years have been great for me since I returned to the Ospreys," said Ratti.

"There's a great bunch of boys here and we all play for each other, which shines through on a gameday.

"Coming back to my hometown club was an easy decision for me, similarly to signing this new contract, and I'm looking forward to seeing what lies ahead in the future with this team."

'A real workhorse'

Ospreys have signed back rower Ross Moriarty while Morgan Morris has also committed his future to the Swansea-based side.

"Ratti has been incredibly valuable player for us since he made the decision to come back," said Ospreys head coach Mark Jones.

"He's a real Swiss-army knife in both the respects of where he plays and how he plays.

"Ratti is a real workhorse, his ability to carry and commit multiple defenders in contact adds a real dynamism to how we play and we're happy to have him staying with the club.

"To succeed in our league, you need players like Ratti, that are relentless and reliable."