Wales U21 international Davies joined Neath from Galwegians

Promising Neath prop Ross Davies has joined Guinness Premiership side Sale Sharks on a two-year contract.

The tight-head from Newport, 24, joined Neath last year from Galwegians.

"The lure of Heineken Cup rugby was too much or I wouldn't have left Neath," said Davies, who has played for Wales at Under-21, U19, U18 and U16 levels.

Davies joins Wales' Dwayne Peel, Brent Cockbain, Eifion Roberts, Marc Jones, Nick McLeod and Lee Thomas at Sale, while Kingsley Jones coaches there.

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"I remember sitting down with Ross at the end of last summer and explained that if he worked hard and showed complete dedication that Neath rugby would develop him into a quality tight-head prop.

"He took his opportunity with both hands and has been rewarded for all his efforts by being offered a professional contract with one of the top European sides.

"I am pleased for Ross as I am for every player who steps up and wish him every success.

"Neath is in the business of developing players for Wales and winning rugby matches and I am pleased to say that so far we are achieving both."