Eddie Jones seeks ‘new thoughts and ideas’ after England backroom clearout

Eddie Jones has declared it a time for “new thoughts and new ideas” after making the first major move of his England coaching reign.

Andy Farrell, Graham Rowntree and Mike Catt are to leave their positions as England assistant coaches.

The Rugby Football Union confirmed their departures yesterday, and it follows Stuart Lancaster’s exit as head coach last month after England recently became the first host nation in the 28-year history of the World Cup not to reach the pool stages.