The Ospreys have signed 18-year old scrum-half Matthew Torrance on a development contract.

Torrance is South African but the Durban native is Welsh qualified through his Blaenavon-born mother.

Having represented KwaZulu-Natal at Under-16 and U18 level, Torrance is looking to pursue a professional career with the Welsh regional team.

"I've come here to develop as a rugby player, it's a big challenge for me," Torrance said.

"I'm a bit anxious about what is in store for me, but very excited at the same time. It's the first time I've ever been to Wales but it's been brilliant, everyone has been very welcoming, making me feel at home.

"I know that this is a good environment for development, and that the Ospreys are good at bringing on players, so hopefully this will be a really positive move for me.

"Coming from South Africa I'm aware that [former Springbok scrum-half] Ricky Januarie was here last season and made a big impact, so I've got big shoes to fill.

"The Ospreys were last season's Magners League champions and want to be one of Europe's best teams, so it's a good place for me to learn the game."

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