**Jamie Roberts’ stunning return to the Guinness PRO14 is reportedly edging closer, with the veteran in advanced talks with Welsh side Dragons.** Former Wales international Roberts left Cardiff Blues in 2013 and has since played in France, England and South Africa – but returned to Wales in April to assist the NHS in the fight against Covid-19. And his stay looks likely to be permanent, with Dragons moving swiftly to try and complete a deal. However, [Wales Online believes]() the signing could alienate the other Welsh regions – who understood that recruitment had been frozen during the pandemic. All big-money deals were reportedly put on hold, including Roberts’ talks with the other three Welsh clubs. Wales Online also reports that, although a raft of signings have been announced in recent weeks, they were all complete before the pandemic struck. From a former Wales star to potential future one, and [Wales Online are also carrying a feature](https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-news/welsh-rugbys-new-6ft-7in-18600982) on highly-rated Ospreys lock Rhys Davies. The 6ft 7in youngster signed a deal at the Liberty Stadium in the spring and already has Premiership and European experience with English side Bath. And those close to him are backing him to break into the Wales squad sooner rather than later. in Cardiff, flanker Ellis Jenkins is set to take the next step in his rehabilitation after an 18-month injury lay-off. Jenkins has been out of action since a suffering a serious knee injury in the final moments of Wales’ international against South Africa in November 2018.
