Bradley Davies to return to Wales

Wasps have confirmed that international second row Bradley Davies will return to Wales next season to take up a national dual contract with the WRU and Ospreys.

Wasps Director of Rugby Dai Young said: “We will obviously be sad to see Bradley leave as he is a great character to have around the training ground and has played a key role over the past couple of seasons in helping our pack develop a harder edge. His physical presence and work around the pitch has made a big impact for us during that time.

“However, we want to support our players in their international ambitions and understand this will be easier for Bradley back in Wales. It’s also a good opportunity for his family to be able to head home and we wish them all the very best for the future.”

Bradley Davies added: “I’d like to thank Dai and the coaching team here at Wasps for the past couple of seasons and in particular Dai, Derek and the Wasps Board for agreeing to release me a year early to return to Wales."

The 29-year-old lock, who has already won 54 caps for Wales, is keen to further his international career and has earned a central contract with the WRU through his impressive performances for club and country over the past two seasons. Wasps have reached an agreement with the WRU to release him a year early from his contract.