The odds have been slashed on who will replace Eddie Jones as England head coach with a new favourite to take over.
The Aussie has revealed he 'wants to switch codes' and coach NRL side South Sydney Rabbitohs
The Sydney Morning Herald revealed that the England boss is ready to depart the 15-a-side code in favour of a move to league, but only with the club he grew up supporting as a boy.
7 Favourites to replace Eddie Jones (William Hill)
#7. Joe Schmidt 12/1
Joe Schmidt Head Coach of Ireland arrives before the six Nations Championship match, between England and Ireland at Twickenham Stadium, London , UK, on the 17th March 2017. (Photo:Dean Lancaster/PPAUK)
#6. Shaun Edwards 10/1
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#5. Andy Farrell 8/1
#4. Warren Gatland 8/1
#3. Scott Robertson 6/1
#2. Rob Baxter 4/1
Exeter Chiefs Director of Rugby, Rob Baxter during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby Match between Bristol Bears and Exeter Chiefs at Ashton Gate on 23 Apr. Photo: Tom Sandberg/PPAUK
#1. Steve Borthwick 3/1
Borthwick looks the obvious choice given Leicester’s impressive season, which saw them win the Premiership – their first title since 2013.
Steve Borthwick and Neal Hatley talk before the Guinness Six Nations Championship match between Wales and England at Principality Stadium on February 23, 2018 in Cardiff, Wales. Photo: Phil Mingo/PPAUK
