Steve Tandy: Uncertainty in Wales rugby will not impact Six Nations campaign

“I understand there’s speculation and there’s doubt about a lot of things, so for me it’s about being honest with them.

“If they have something to share, if they’re looking for more clarity or anything they want to talk about, we have to be open.

“The only thing we can’t do is run from it or pretend it’s not happening.

“I think that’s worked well for us coming into the fall, it’s far from perfect but ultimately for me, it puts the players, the staff and the people at the heart of it.

“If they have any reservations or if they want to talk to someone or understand, I will do that with the players.”

Tandy has not been shy about the situation in front of the media but the former winger knows better than most about the pain an Osprey cut can cause.

The 46-year-old played 102 games for the region after arriving at Neath and then led them to the Pro12 title in 2012.

“If you were part of any club, it would hurt and hurt,” Tandy said. “There is a lot of history with each club.

“I played and coached the Ospreys and I’m proud of that but I know there’s pride in the Dragons, Cardiff and Scarlets.

“I’m not going to comment on speculation, but if I put myself in anyone’s shoes, whoever you represent, it’s going to hurt and there’s going to be frustration and anger. Anytime you lose something, there’s going to be those feelings.”