Former Fiji 7s coach Ben Ryan is being linked with a coaching role with the British and Irish Lions.
Warren Gatland has named Andy Farrell, Rob Howley and Steve Borthwick as his three assistants for next year's tour of New Zealand but has left the door open for a surprise call‑up for Ben Ryan.
Ryan spent six years as England 7s coach before taking over Fiji and is currently working as a consultant.
Gatland confirmed he was also considering an extra specialist coach after media reports suggested Ryan could be included.
Gatland, however, declined to confirm that Ryan was among them and laughed off some of the speculation.
Source: Reuters
