A former England fly-half has emerged as the favourite to become Wales’ new attack coach after the Welsh Rugby Union blocked the appointment of Rob Howley.
Alex King is reportedly one of four coaches under consideration to replace the departing Stephen Jones as attack coach, according to Wales Online.
The long-term Wasps fly-half has previously worked with Wales, under Howley during the 2016-17 season.
Gatland is also closing in on a new defence coach with Eddie Jones’ former assistant Paul Gustard the likeliest appointment, while former Wales loose-forward Jonathan Thomas is in line to become contact skills coach.
2023 Six Nations fixtures and kick off times confirmed with England handed nightmare start
The 2023 Six Nations fixtures have been announced with England looking to reclaim the Calcutta Cup in round one.
Eddie Jones will be under series pressure following their poor Autumn Nations Series while Wayne Pivac, if he is still in charge of Wales, takes on Ireland at home first game.
Commenting on the announcement, Six Nations Rugby CEO, Ben Morel said: “The 2022 Championship ended in one of the most exciting Super Saturdays in history with an incredible performance by Italy, a Triple Crown win for Ireland and a long-awaited Grand Slam for France.
“Once again, fans had to wait until the final game was played to know who this year’s Champions would be, and the rugby action did not disappoint. The combination of incredible broadcast coverage of the Championship, and the eagerly anticipated return of fans at games, meant that this year’s Guinness Six Nations felt truly special.”
2023 Six Nations Fixtures – Round One:
04/02/2023
- Wales vs Ireland – 14:15 (BBC)
- England vs Scotland – 16:45 (ITV)
05/02/2023
- Italy vs France – 15:00 (ITV)
2023 Six Nations – Round Two Fixtures:
11/02/2023
- Ireland vs France- 14:15 (ITV)
- Scotland vs Wales – 16:45 (BBC)
12/02/2023
- England vs Italy- 15:00 (ITV)
