Ospreys say WRU plan to cut team is wrong
Ospreys respond publicly to WRU plans for the first time with the belief four professional Welsh sides is the way forward.
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"There are no plans for a merger with Ospreys and called for greater transparency from the WRU."
— Jon Daniels , Executive
"Following one of the most challenging periods in the club's history, both on and off the field, the commitment shown by supporters, players, staff, sponsors, partners and the wider community has helped the Ospreys move forward."
— Roger Blyth , Executive
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Ospreys respond publicly to WRU plans for the first time with the belief four professional Welsh sides is the way forward.
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