Johnny Sexton linked with returning role in Ireland setup - reports

By Reporter
Published 23rd Oct 2023, 10:39 GMT
Jonathan Sexton. PIC: Sportsfileplaceholder image
Jonathan Sexton. PIC: Sportsfile

It has been reported that Johnny Sexton could return to the Ireland setup as a coach following his retirement from rugby.

The 38-year-old, who played his last game for Andy Farrell's side in Ireland's heartbreaking Rugby World Cup quarter-final defeat to New Zealand, has been tipped to replace assistant coach Mike Catt. According to the Sunday Times, Catt is set to depart his role after next year's Six Nations due to his family recently relocating to the UK.placeholder image
The 38-year-old, who played his last game for Andy Farrell's side in Ireland's heartbreaking Rugby World Cup quarter-final defeat to New Zealand, has been tipped to replace assistant coach Mike Catt. According to the Sunday Times, Catt is set to depart his role after next year's Six Nations due to his family recently relocating to the UK.

Farrell hailed Sexton as a 'leader' following his last game in green, stating: "The impact that he's [Sexton] had on the rest of the team over the last four years has been amazing.

"Through his example, the younger guys will keep on getting better and striving to be better, there's no doubt about that."

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