Magners League Official Website : Williams signs new deal with Ospreys

Shane Williams - staying with the Ospreys

Williams signs new deal with Ospreys

2 May 2006, 11:21 am

By Jonathan McConnell

Shane Williams, one of Welsh rugby's leading international stars, has signed a three-year deal extension with the Ospreys that will keep him at the region until the end of the 2008/09 season. Shane still had one year to go on his current contract, and signs against a background of unfounded rumours linking him with a move to the Scarlets.

Commenting on his new contract, Williams told the club’s website: "It's fantastic to have re-signed with the Ospreys and it's great to know I'll be staying here for the next three years. The side may have had a difficult year, particularly after the success of last season, but we are confident that we are heading in the right direction and that the success we deserve will return in the not too distant future. The signings announced over the last few weeks show the extent of the ambition of the Board and I cannot imagine being anywhere else"

Regional Rugby Manager, Derwyn Jones added: "We are delighted to have re-signed Shane as he is a real crowd pleaser and a big favourite with Ospreys supporters. He has now firmly established himself within the Welsh team and most of the top clubs in Europe would have been keen to secure his services. We are confident that the strategy we are following will bring success on the field and this is another vital piece in the jigsaw. Things are shaping up well for next season and there are only a few more gaps that now need to be filled"