• RFU announces departure of Stuart Lancaster’s right-hand men[br]• Paul Gustard and Steve Borthwick set to team up with Eddie JonesEddie Jones expects to have his England management team in dwelling well in time to settle the squad for the Six Nations and the tour to Australia after releasing the three assistant coaches of his predecessor Stuart Lancaster.
Jones met Graham Rowntree,Andy Farrell and Mike Catt last week before deciding he preferred a totally new approach to continuity. He has identified Steve Borthwick, the former England captain who joined Bristol’s coaching team after the World Cup, and the Saracens defence coach,Paul Gustard, as his assistant and the Rugby Football Union is negotiating with the two clubs. Related: Eddie Jones clears decks alert for new England backroom team Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com