Oakley secures new Leeds contract

Oakley joined Leeds from Newport Gwent Dragons (Getty)

Back-row Rhys Oakley has agreed a new one-year contract with Leeds Carnegie.

The 27-year-old Wales international had no hesitation in committing his future to the club, despite their relegation from the Guinness Premiership.

Oakley said: "The club have signalled their intent for next season by signing Henry Paul. He is the type of quality player we want to see at the club.

"On a personal level, my family are really settled up in Leeds and that is important to me."