Chiefs sign Bath's Devoto

Devoto rose through the ranks of the Bath Rugby Academy,which he joined in 2012, and is now approaching 80 senior career appearances in Bath colours. On Wednesday, the 22-year-old was named in Eddie Jones's England Elite Player Squad, having previously won the 2013 Junior World Champions with England Under-20.  

Devoto said: "I've thoroughly enjoyed my time here at Bath Rugby. It will always be a special place to me because it's where I started my professional career and I've made some close friends, as well as working with fantastic coaches and players.

"It's been a really tough decision to leave, but I feel that a change of environment is what I need to continue my development. That said, there's a long way to go this season and I'm fully focused on doing what I can to help the team achieve our aims.”

Bath head coach Mike Ford said: "We're really disappointed to see Ollie go, but respect his decision. We've enjoyed watching his development here at the club, and would like to thank him for all his hard work, which we know he'll continue to put in until the end of the season."

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