Since Martin Johnson announced his resignation as England manager last week, much speculation has arisen as to who will replace the 2003 World Cup winner. Whoever comes in will have to be ruthless with the RFU in assuring that the future of the England Rugby team is not in jeopardy due to the failings within the organisation.

A few names have come up but many have been ruled out already. It leaves possibilities such as Stuart Lancaster the England Saxons boss, and Jim Mallinder who is currently in charge at Franklins Gardens with Northampton Saints.