Strokosch to join Perpignan

The 28-year-old, who was part of the Scotland side that lost their RBS Six Nations opener to England on Saturday, has made over 100 appearances during his five years at Kingsholm.

Gloucester coach Bryan Redpath said he will be sad to see the former Edinburgh player go but understands his decision to test himself abroad.

"It's a shame that he'll be leaving us at the end of the season because Strokes has been a top professional in his time with us," Redpath said.

"He's never delivered less than 100 per cent in the cherry and white of Gloucester and his will be big boots to fill.

"However, I can completely understand his desire to test himself in a different playing environment at this stage of his career. It's something I did myself in my playing days.

"He's been completely up front with us, he's handled things with a lot of class and I know, that when he gets back from Scotland, that he'll be looking to end his Gloucester career on a high. We all wish him well."