Springbok star Percy Montgomery has given Newport Gwent Dragons fans a boost after their Heineken Cup exit by saying he will remain at Rodney Parade.

The 30-year old who has made a highly successful return to international rugby has been linked with Sunday's conquerors Newcastle and also with a return to his native South Africa.

But he assured anxious fans on his return home last night saying, "I'm staying where I am, I won't be going anywhere."