In a significant move for both Gloucester Rugby and Welsh rugby, fly-half Gareth Anscombe has been confirmed to join Gloucester at the start of the 2024/25 season, leaving his current club in Japan. The news comes amidst discussions on the future composition of the Wales rugby team, with coach Warren Gatland identifying six players he hopes to reintegrate into the national squad and highlighting an 'unbelievable' Wales youngster. Anscombe, who has earned 37 caps for Wales, will fill the vacancy left by the departing Hastings at Gloucester, potentially forming a new halfback pairing with Tomos Williams at Kingsholm. This transfer, which sees Anscombe battle it out with Charlie Atkinson for the 10 jersey, has sparked speculation regarding potential shifts in player positions and has been widely reported, underscoring its significance to fans and stakeholders in the rugby community. Additionally, the focus on the Welsh team includes preparations for the Wooden Spoon decider, indicating a pivotal moment for the team.
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BREAKING: @gloucesterrugby have confirmed the signing of Welsh fly half Gareth Anscombe for the start of the 24/25 season. #glawsfamily @RugbyGlaws
🍒 OFFICIAL: Gareth Anscombe has signed for Gloucester. He will join at the start of next season and battle it out with Charlie Atkinson for the vacant 10 jersey with Hastings departing. A Tomos Williams x Gareth Anscombe halfback pairing at Kingsholm 👀 #GallagherPrem
🍒 BREAKING: Gloucester confirm the signing of Gareth Anscombe for next season. The Welsh fly half will join from Japan. Anscombe has 37 caps for Wales. The arrival of Anscombe intensifies speculation that Hastings will be off.
🍒 Gareth Anscombe has signed with Gloucester https://t.co/e1rxDXTkbh
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