Richards man for job, says Probyn

FORMER England prop Jeff Probyn has called for Dean Richards to succeed Andy Robinson – but in the capacity of manager.

Martin Johnson, Richard Hill, Nick Mallett, Eddie Jones, Warren Gatland and Richards are contenders to replace Robinson, whose reign as head coach finally ended last Wednesday.

Probyn has urged the RFU to appoint an Englishman with Richards – his one-time international team-mate and current Harlequins director of rugby – the outstanding candidate.