Andy Farrell backed for Lions job after leading Ireland to the Grand Slam

Andy Farrell has been touted as a future British and Irish Lions head coach (Brian Lawless/PA)

Grand Slam-winning Ireland boss Andy Farrell is the “perfect guy” to be the next British and Irish Lions head coach, according to two-time tourist Tommy Bowe.

Farrell has significantly enhanced his coaching reputation over the past 18 months, clinching the Guinness Six Nations title on Saturday having led his side to the top of the world rankings on the back of last summer’s stunning series win over the All Blacks.