Glasgow head coach Dave Rennie has been approached in relation to the upcoming vacancy of All Blacks coach.
The New Zealander and two-time Super Rugby-winning coach has reportedly been Rugby Australia's frontrunner to take over the Wallabies from Michael Cheika, but now New Zealand has made a counter move.
Steve Hansen will leave his role as All Blacks head coach after the World Cup third-place play-off against Wales at 9 o'clock tonight.
The 55-year-old says it was obviously flattering and humbling because the All Blacks have always been such a great side.
Rennie has previously stated he will see out his Glasgow Warriors contract, which expires in June 2020.
New Zealand Rugby says a four-member panel would interview candidates and it was hoped a replacement would be named by Christmas.
AAP / RNZ
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