Taylor won his 49th cap for Wales last month

Taylor will be released by the Scarlets at the end of the season and he does not expect to be offered a contract by any of the Welsh regions.

"I've had interest from two clubs in England and there have been a few rumours about France as well," said the 32-year-old.

"This week will be an opportunity for me to assess those chances."

French club Toulouse, home of Wales captain Gareth Thomas, wanted to take Taylor on loan for the reminder of the season, but the move was blocked by the Scarlets last month.

Sale Sharks are believed to be one of the English Premiership clubs keen on a permanent move.

But wherever Taylor's eventually find himself next season, he believes a move abroad will be a fitting way to end his career.

If I didn't get another cap I'd go on my way happy that I've appeared for my country 49 times Mark Taylor

"The way Welsh rugby is going at the moment, the number of quality young players out there means there are no contracts for me in Wales," Taylor said.

"In a way it's not a bad thing. I'm coming towards the end of my career and it's a good time to face a new challenge."

Taylor won his 49th cap for Wales in the Grand Slam clinching victory over Ireland in Cardiff last month.

Injuries to Rhys Williams and Hal Luscombe meant Taylor was thrown in on the wing at the last minute.

It was his first start in any competitive rugby match since playing for the Scarlets on 30 October 2004.

And after getting a taste of rugby again after a year blighted by injury and a bout of chicken pox which nearly ended his career, Taylor is itching for more.

He has Wales' summer tour to North America and a significant career milestone firmly in his sights.

"I'd love the summer tour, there's no doubt about that," he said.

"Winning 50 caps is something special. If I didn't get another cap I'd go on my way happy that I've appeared for my country 49 times.

"It's a very special occasion every time I put the jersey on, but one more would be the icing on the cake."