Ryan Set To Take Over At Dragons

Dragons are set to name former Worcester Warriors director of rugby Dean Ryan as their new coach at the end of the season.

The Welsh Pro 14 region have been without a permanent head coach since Bernard Jackman left his post in December.

Ceri Jones has been in temporary charge since Jackman’s exit as the board have been searching for a long-term successor.

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Former England number eight Ryan is the man they have finally landed on and he is no stranger to Rodney Parade.

The 52-year-old, who has been the Rugby Football Union’s head of international player development since July 2016, previously worked as rugby consultant for Dragons in 2012.