Aaron Jarvis Joins Dragons

Tighthead prop Aaron Jarvis will return to Wales this summer to join Dragons from Clermont Auvergne on a two-year contract.

Born in Exeter, Aaron represented England at both under 16 and under 19 levels, but chose to play for Wales after leaving Bath to join the Ospreys ahead of their RaboDirect Pro12 title-winning 2011/12 season. After 5 season at the Liberty Stadium Jarvis moved to Clermont, lifting the Top 14 in his first campaign in France and just missing out on the Champions Cup winners medal last season, as the French outfit were defeated by Saracens in the Murrayfield final.

“I’ve really enjoyed my time in France with Clermont,” said the 31-year-old Jarvis.

“I feel I am returning to Wales a better player and proud of what I’ve achieved during my time here.

“The time feels right to return for a fresh challenge and I’m excited about joining the Dragons next season given the squad Bernard is building and linking up again with Richard Hibbard and Ryan Bevington after our time together at the Ospreys.”

Jarvis made his international debut in November 2012 against Argentina in Cardiff, adding a further 17 appearances with his last outing for Wales against the All Blacks in 2016.