Wales Hooker Draws French Club Interest Amid Form Surge

Elliot Dee, a 32-year-old Wales hooker, is currently in strong form, having scored five tries in the opening matches of the season. This performance has placed him at the top of the United Rugby Championship's try-scoring charts.

Despite his impressive form, Dee was not selected by Wales head coach Steve Tandy for the autumn matches. The squad included Dewi Lake, Ryan Elias, and Liam Belcher as the hookers.

Dee last played for Wales in the 2025 Six Nations, starting the final three matches of that tournament. He also participated in Wales' tour of Japan that summer but did not feature in the games.

Since then, Dee has not been included in any Wales squad under Tandy, though he was called up as injury cover for a match against South Africa in the summer. He also played for the Barbarians during that time.

Dee has experienced a recent resurgence in form, contributing to the Dragons' run to the Challenge Cup semi-final. He credits his renewed enjoyment of rugby as a key factor in his improved performance.

Although he may prefer to stay in Wales, given his work as an insurance advisor and his ties to Rodney Parade, French Top 14 clubs are showing interest, with one believed to be prepared to make an offer.