Rassie Erasmus farewell to Munster today

Rassie Erasmus will confirm his departure as head coach of Munster today, Examiner Sport understands.

The South African will return to his homeland as SARU director of rugby after a tumultuous season in charge at Thomond Park.

Erasmus will inform Munster players this morning, with the province looking to have his full-time replacement in place by the autumn.