Jamie Roberts confirm shock Dragons departure to head overseas - Ruck

Jamie Roberts confirm shock Dragons departure to head overseas

Dragons Rugby have today announce that centre Jamie Roberts will leave the region for personal reasons at the end of this month.

The region have confirmed that he has been granted early release from his contract amid reports of a move to the Waratahs in Australia.

Roberts joined the Men of Gwent in August 2020 and has made 23 appearances in all competitions, scoring five tries.

The Wales and British & Irish Lions ace has been granted early release from his contract to move to Australia to join his Sydney-born partner, who is expecting their second child in March.

Dean Ryan, Director of Dragons Rugby, said: “We thank Jamie for his time at Dragons and the support he has given us; helping stabilise the environment and encouraging youngsters to come through.

“We fully support what has been a difficult decision for him to make. We wish him a safe trip over to Australia and look forward to welcoming him and his family back to Rodney Parade in the years to come.”

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Jamie Roberts of Bath Rugby during the Premiership Rugby Cup group match between Bath Rugby and Gloucester Rugby at the Recreation Ground, Bath, Somerset on February 4. – PHOTO: Tom Sandberg/PPAUK

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