Wales Six Nations player Jonah Holmes has been released from the final year of his contract by Leicester Tigers.
Holmes is now set to join the Dragons imminently after holding talks in the past 48 hours with Wales boss Wayne Pivac.
Pivac told the wing or full-back his chances of breaking into the Wales team and building an international career would be significantly enhanced by moving across the bridge.
“I’d like to see him in Wales, which would help his selection and also the squad because if he’s not then he’s returning to England in fallow weeks," Pivac had said earlier on Wednesday. You can read the full transcript of Pivac's revealing press conference here.
And on Wednesday night, the Tigers announced news of Holmes' departure as they signed Matt Scott.
Holmes said: “I want to thank the club and supporters for everything during my time at Tigers, I have enjoyed the opportunity to represent Leicester.
“The decision was not one I took lightly and, while I will miss representing Leicester Tigers, I am excited for what is ahead for me in my next chapter.”
Tigers head coach Geordan Murphy addded: “We thank Jonah for what he has given to Tigers, on and off the pitch, during his three seasons with us in Leicester and we wish him all the best ahead of his next chapter.
“His progression in Leicester, since arriving from the Championship, to international has been well earned and, at his request, we have chosen not to stand in the way of Jonah’s move to Wales to further his Test career.”
Holmes was a shock selection by Warren Gatland in the autumn of 2018 and has earned three Wales caps to date.
