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SPOTLIGHT: Warren Gatland's days with Wales are numbered.
According to WalesOnline, The Welsh Rugby Union has already decided to activate a break clause in his contract, which will come into effect later this year.
The WRU board will also be having a meeting on Wednesday and a decision could be made to appoint an interim head coach for the remainder of Six Nations.
Gatland is contracted until the end of the 2027 World Cup, but there are question marks around his role after a record 14 straight Test defeats.
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The WalesOnline report revealed that the WRU are searching for a long-term replacement.
Ireland defence guru Simon Easterby and Glasgow Warriors head coach Franco Smith are reportedly the leading candidates.
Easterby is currently interim head coach of Ireland while Andy Farrell prepares for the British and Irish Lions tour.
Meanwhile, Smith coached Glasgow Warriors to United Rugby Championship glory last season with a 21-16 win over the Bulls in the Final in Pretoria.
The Warriors are currently second in the 2024/2025 standings with seven wins from 10 games.
Smith also coach Italy, Benetton and the Cheetahs.
Source: WalesOnline
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