England seeks Phil Morrow from Saracens for Borthwick's coaching team

In a significant reshuffle within the England rugby setup, head coach Steve Borthwick is actively seeking to fill key positions following the unexpected exits of Aled Walters and Felix Jones. Walters, who served as the head of strength and conditioning, left to join the Irish national team under Andy Farrell, while Jones departed shortly after. Additionally, Tom Tombleson, a long-term fitness coach, also left by mutual consent, prompting Borthwick to search for three new recruits to strengthen his backroom team. To address these vacancies, Borthwick has already secured Dan Tobin from Gloucester to take over Tombleson's role on a full-time basis, with Tobin set to begin next month. For the more senior position previously held by Walters, Borthwick has turned his attention to Phil Morrow, the strength and conditioning coach at Saracens. Morrow brings a wealth of experience, having previously worked with both the Irish national team and the British & Irish Lions, making him a strong candidate for the role. The urgency of these appointments is underscored by the need for stability and continuity within the England team as they prepare for upcoming competitions. The departures of key staff members have created a sense of discontent and uncertainty, which Borthwick aims to alleviate by swiftly assembling a competent and cohesive support team. As the England rugby team navigates this transitional phase, the focus will be on ensuring that the new recruits can effectively contribute to the team's performance and overall success in future tournaments.