Jones – capped 21 times by his country – will join the Men of Gwent from Ospreys and follows Bradley Roberts and JJ Hanrahan in agreeing terms to move to the region from next season. The 30-year-old loosehead – who stands 6ft 3in tall and weighs 18st 3lb – made his Wales debut in 2012 and adds more valuable experience to the squad being assembled at Dragons for next season.
“We really pleased that Rhodri joins us from next season as he will give depth to the squad we are building and really strengthen our front row options,” said Dragons director of rugby Dean Ryan. “Rhodri is an international class player who is keen to really produce for us and get back in the Wales reckoning.
“We’re delighted that he wants to achieve his ambitions with us and that he wants to come and make a big impression in our environment.” Aberystwyth-born Jones made over a century of appearances for Scarlets before his move to Swansea in 2016.
Jones made his Wales debut in 2012 and featured last summer during the international series with Argentina on home soil. “I’m looking forward to the new challenge,” said Jones.
“I’ve spoken to Dean, got on well with him and I’m excited about joining up next season. There is a lot of young talent in the squad coming through, including in the front row, so that is pleasing to see.
“I hope I can help that development as well as performing to my very best on the field. I want to play as much rugby as I possibly can, help Dragons move forward and be a part of what is being built.
“I’m now fully focussed on Ospreys and the rest of this season. I want to finish on a high before making the move to Rodney Parade next season.”
