Ospreys sign Wales scrum-half Hardy from Scarlets

Kieran Hardy (L) is set to compete with Reuben Morgan-Williams (R) for game-time at Ospreys

Wales scrum-half Kieran Hardy will join Ospreys from Scarlets next season.

Hardy is the cousin of Ospreys scrum-half Luke Davies, while Reuben Morgan-Williams has been the region's first choice this season.

"I'm looking forward to starting this next chapter of my career with the Ospreys," said Hardy.

"I was excited to see what I could bring to the team. There's some real talent already in the scrum-half position and it'll be great to bring my own strengths to the group."

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Scarlets have another Wales scrum-half, Gareth Davies, on their books along with Archie Hughes and Efan Jones.

"Kieran has an impressive skill set which we value," said Ospreys head coach Toby Booth.

"We are looking forward to him coming on board and keeping our squad's momentum.

"It's important to develop strength in depth in specialist positions. We are pleased with our current nines and added competition for places will only drive the standards up."