Paul Gustard steps down as Harlequins director of rugby

General manager Billy Millard will oversee the existing coaching team of Jerry Flannery, Nick Evans and Adam Jones until the end of the season

Paul Gustard has stepped down as Harlequins boss, Adam Davy/PA

Paul Gustard has stepped down as Harlequins director of rugby with immediate effect.

The announcement comes with Quins positioned seventh in the Gallagher Premiership table with their 27-27 draw with London Irish on January 10 ending a run of three defeats dating back to early December.