Rassie Erasmus has emphasised that he is fully focused on preparing the Springboks for the World Cup amid reports linking him to the Leicester Tigers job.
Erasmus was reported by the Telegraph to be on a shortlist of candidates that Leicester Tigers were considering as a full-time successor to Steve Borthwick.
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Argentina coach Michael Cheika, Ulster’s Dan McFarland and Wallabies assistant coach Dan McKeller are also reported to be on the shortlist for the job.
Speaking to Netwerk24, Erasmus’ lawyer, Frikkie Erasmus, emphasised that the director of rugby is still contracted to SA Rugby until 2025 and has his full attention on the Springboks.
“There is consistent interest in Rassie’s services from various overseas teams and his name is probably on more than one wish list. Maybe the Tigers are still considering him, but I can confirm that at this stage there are no discussions between Rassie and the Tigers,” Frikkie Erasmus said.
“Rassie has a contract with Saru and his focus is on the World Cup. It’s a contract he wants to honor.”
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