Scarlet Aled Thomas signs for Gloucester

Nigel Davies has added experience to his options at half-back for next season with the signing of playmaker Aled Thomas.
The 29-year-old, a World Cup 7s winner with Wales in 2009, joins from the Scarlets and will be a direct replacement for Freddie Burns is on hi way to Leicester.
Other new faces for the Cherry and Whites will include All Black John Afoa, Argentinian international second row Mariano Galarza, Welsh international hooker Richard Hibbard and Scottish international half back Greig Laidlaw.
Director of Rugby Nigel Davies said: ”I’ve known Aled for a long time and he’s a very talented player. He’s got a fine tactical kicking game, can bring the best out of the players around him and, importantly, is a high percentage goal kicker.
“He’s an experienced player who has played a lot of rugby for the Scarlets, both in the Rabodirect Pro 12 and in the Heineken Cup, who can be relied upon to deliver when called upon.
“He’s also had significant experience playing in England as he was at London Welsh for three years. However, this is his first opportunity to play in the Aviva Premiership and I know that he’s genuinely excited by the prospect.
“Aled’s signing will give us an additional option at half back and I’m pleased with how the squad is shaping up for next season.
“And we’re not done just yet. We’re still working on a couple of signings and there are several more still to be announced.”