Stuart Lancaster plays down talk of England return

Stuart Lancaster has distanced himself from becoming Eddie Jones’ successor (David Davies/PA)

Stuart Lancaster has distanced himself from an England return after stating he could emulate the loyalty of Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp by spending a decade at Leinster.

England head coach Eddie Jones is due to step down after the 2023 World Cup and, with the Rugby Football Union seeking a home grown replacement, Lancaster is a leading candidate to succeed him.