Stuart Lancaster already being linked to 'shock' Premiership club days after leaving Racing 92
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tuart Lancaster is already being tipped for a sensational return to English rugby, just days after his abrupt departure from Racing 92.
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The former England head coach has left the Parisian club with immediate effect, bringing an early end to a turbulent stint in France.
Lancaster, who joined Racing in 2023, departs after a disappointing campaign that saw the club fail to make the Investec Champions Cup knockout stages while languishing in 12th place in the Top 14 following nine league defeats.
In his place, former Racing prop Patrice Collazo will take charge on an interim basis until the end of the season.
Confirming the news, Racing released a statement saying: "Racing 92 and Stuart Lancaster have decided to end their collaboration with immediate effect.
“Racing 92 thanks Stuart Lancaster and wishes him the best for his future. For his part, Stuart wishes Racing 92 the best for the end of this season and for future seasons."
Now, speculation is already swirling about Lancaster's next move, with a potential return to Ireland with Munster on the cards. However, the biggest rumour is linking him with a move back to the Premiership, where Leicester Tigers are on the hunt for a new boss.
Tigers head coach Michael Cheika has confirmed he will leave Welford Road at the end of the season, having only taken charge last summer on a short-term deal. Leicester, who are currently fourth in the Premiership and through to the last 16 of the Champions Cup, are seeking their ninth head coach in under nine years.
Reports last week suggested Tigers have already sounded out former Leicester prop and current Munster boss Graham Rowntree as a potential successor. But with Lancaster now available, the race for Welford Road's hot seat just got even more interesting.
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#1. Freddie Steward
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Replacement: George Hendy
#2. Cadan Murley
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Replacement: Tom Roebuck
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