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Gough leaves Ospreys with immediate effect
ESPN Staff
September 5, 2013

The Ospreys have announced second-row stalwart Ian Gough has left the region after "reaching an agreement on the final year of his contract".

Gough has been at the region since 2007 and made 119 appearances for the Ospreys. He also turned out 64 times for Wales but has departed the region by "mutual consent".

"I've enjoyed on field success with the team, winning trophies, and have also been lucky enough to help with coaching the young regional age grade players within the set up who I believe have a massively bright future and will help take this region forward," Gough said. "I consider Swansea my home now. I wish everyone at the region the best of luck for the future and look forward to watching you play and enjoying a few beers with friends there when able."

Rugby operations manager, Andy Lloyd, added: "Second row is a position where we are fortunate to boast considerable strength in depth, with Ian playing a large part in that thanks to his efforts off the field with the younger players coming through. As such, and in respect of the outstanding service he has given to this region, it makes sense for us to reach an agreement that will allow him to undertake fresh challenges."

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