Eddie Jones set to replace Stuart Lancaster as England's rugby manager

Eddie Jones has been tasked with resurrecting England’s fortunes after the Australian last night agreed a deal to replace Stuart Lancaster.

Jones — who coached Japan at the Rugby World Cup — travelled to London for talks with the Rugby Football Union and with the level of compensation for his release from his contract with South African club Stormers negotiated, the way was cleared for the 55-year-old’s appointment.

The Cape Town-based Stormers were seeking “final clarity on the situation”, but have called a briefing this morning during which they are expected to confirm his departure.