Ioan Lloyd is leaving the Scarlets for Cardiff, while Sam Costelow stays put, surprising many in the rugby community.
Cardiff: So, Ioan Lloyd is making a big move! He’s leaving the Scarlets and heading to Cardiff, which has caught a lot of folks off guard. This 23-year-old playmaker is pretty talented, known for his speed and skill on the field.
He joined the Scarlets last year after leaving Bristol Bears, hoping to nail down a spot as a regular outside-half. Things were looking good for him, especially after getting called back to the Wales squad for the Six Nations. But then he missed out on the summer tour to Australia, which was a bit of a bummer.
While he did get some time in the number 10 jersey, he often found himself playing full-back because of Sam Costelow’s presence at the Scarlets. Losing Lloyd is a hit for the Scarlets, but they managed to keep Costelow, who was being eyed by Leicester Tigers.
Now, Cardiff is thrilled to have Lloyd back. He started his journey in their academy before moving on. They’ve been keen to bring him back, and it looks like he’ll fit right into their style of play. He’ll be competing with Callum Sheedy for that number 10 spot, especially since Tinus de Beer is likely on his way out.
As for de Beer, there’s talk about where he might land, with the Dragons and some French clubs showing interest. Meanwhile, the Scarlets are already on the hunt for a replacement for Lloyd. They reached out to Sam Davies, but he’s committed to staying in France for the next three years.
