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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Duncan Bech

Rugby Football Union wants Eddie Jones’ replacement to be English

PA Wire

Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney has revealed that an English candidate would be the overwhelming preference to replace Eddie Jones when his contract expires after the 2023 World Cup.

Twickenham has put together a “war room” where succession planning is under way with the objective of appointing the new management team next summer, ensuring they are in place in time for the 2024 Six Nations.

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