Davies pens new deal with Scarlets

James Davies, Scarlets openside flanker, has today put pen to paper on a new deal with the Scarlets.

Davies, 27, made a record-high 33 turnovers in last season Pro12 and due to make his return to the side this Saturday against the Cheetahs.

The Olympic silver medallist underwent shoulder surgery after he sustained an injury last season, after featuring in Scarlets’ opening Guinness PRO14 clash against Southern Kings at Parc y Scarlets.

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Davies said; “It has been a frustrating start to the season for me on a personal note having to watch from the sidelines but I am pleased to have signed a contract extension with the Scarlets.

“It’s great to get back into the routine of things and back into side that’s doing well. We want to carry on the momentum from last year and positive start to this season towards the money end of the season.”

Speaking of the announcement head coach Wayne Pivic stated, “James is a very important member of the squad both on and off the field and I’m over the moon that he’s re-signed with the region.

“He continually leads the stats tables and his general play has been magnificent. We look forward to continuing to work with him over the next couple of years”.