Rugby: January 2008 Archives

Welsh scrum half Dwayne Peel has confirmed he will transfer from Llanelli Scarlets to Sale Sharks at the end of the current season.

The 26 year old said in a short statement " The deal to stay at Llanelli was similar to that offered by Sale. It's about the fact that, not having lived outside Wales, I'd like to experience life in another country for a short period."

The news has come as a major shock to Welsh rugby fans expecially since the Welsh Rugby Union said just last week that players who play their club rugby outside Wales may harm their international selection chances.

Peel, who has been struggling with a shoulder injury, was named in Wales' 28-man squad for this season's Six Nations championship.