Ospreys capture Tebaldi

London - Welsh club Ospreys have announced the signing of Italy international scrumhalf Tito Tebaldi on a two-year contract.

The 25-year-old has been capped 16 times by his country and currently plays for Italian side Zebre.

He will replace Samoan scrumhalf Kahn Fotuali'l, who is set to join English Premiership club Northampton next season.

"I am excited about this fantastic opportunity with the Ospreys," said Tebaldi.

"Their record in the PRO12 (Celtic League) speaks for itself, and the chance to be a part of such a successful club is something I couldn't turn down.

"I am looking forward to a new challenge in a competitive environment that will help me to improve as a player and a person, while hopefully contributing to the continued success of the Ospreys."