Richards won’t be drawn on England boss role

DEAN RICHARDS insists there has been “absolutely no dialogue” between himself and Twickenham top brass about succeeding Andy Robinson as England boss.

The 43-year-old former Leicester rugby director and England number eight, who is currently in charge at Harlequins, remains the favourite to replace Robinson.

Robinson lost his job earlier this month following England’s dismal autumn Test performances, when they suffered defeats against Argentina, South Africa and New Zealand.