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Ex-Wales Sevens international Ryan Conbeer switches regions

Ryan Conbeer of the Scarlets warms up during the United Rugby Championship match between the Scarlets and Stormers at Parc y Scarlets on May 21, 2022 in Llanelli, Wales. (Photo by Athena Pictures/Getty Images)

The Ospreys have announced the signing of winger Ryan Conbeer from the Scarlets on a short-term deal.

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The former Wales Sevens international, 25, had made 80 appearances for the Scarlets during his eight years at Parc y Scarlets.

Conbeer has already been included in the Ospreys’ squad for their pre-season Origin Series on Saturday at the Swansea.com Stadium, where they will face Aberavon, Bridgend and Swansea Rugby Club.

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Ospreys head coach Toby Booth cited the injury to Keelan Giles as a reason to bring in Conbeer, who made 23 appearances for Wales U20 (a record since broken by Morgan Morse), as cover.

“With Keelan currently out injured, it made a lot of sense for us to bring in someone of Ryan’s calibre at the wing position,” Booth said.

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“He’s got a proven track record and is someone we still see as having a bright future in rugby.”

Conbeer added: “It’s been really easy to get settled in with the Ospreys. I know a fair few of the boys already but everyone at the club has made me feel welcome since I’ve been here.

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“I’m looking forward to stepping onto the pitch with the team and making an impact wherever I can.”

Ospreys get their United Rugby Championship season underway in a Welsh derby against the Dragons at Rodney Parade on September 21.

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