Wales head coach Warren Gatland has claimed had he known about Wales' issues, he would not have returned for a second spell in charge.
Wales' four regional teams can start offering their players new deals after an agreement was reached to introduce standard contracts.
Warren Gatland has made nine changes to his Wales side to face England in the Six Nations on Saturday, after a tumultuous week in Welsh rugby.
Wales players will not take strike action after reaching an agreement with the Welsh Rugby Union amid their dispute over contracts.
Wales have delayed their squad announcement for the Six Nations match with England on Saturday due to uncertainty of player involvement.
Joe Hawkins and Rio Dyer have been named to start in the Wales backline to face Ireland in Saturday's Six Nations opener in Cardiff.
Cardiff director Hayley Parsons has called for WRU chief executive Steve Phillips to resign following allegations of sexism and bullying within the organisation.
After a dismal period under Wayne Pivac, Wales have called on Warren Gatland to return in the hope of a spike in results. Will it work?
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