White reveals Lions talks
October 20 2008
South African World Cup-winning boss Jake White has reportedly held talks with the British & Irish Lions about working on the tour of his home country next year.
The 44-year-old coach, who guided the Springboks to Webb Ellis glory last season, has been out of rugby action since that day in France but is keen to get back into the game.
"I've made it clear to McGeechan that I'm actively in the market for a job in rugby and I believe I can add value," White said, speaking to The Times of South Africa.
"But it's up to him and the Lions organisation to decide if they need me.
"It's something I would consider. Rugby is a professional game and if there are no opportunities that suit me in South Africa, I might look at some other options."
However, according to BBC Sport reports, White has apparently been in contact with friend Eddie Jones of late over a possible temporary role with Guinness Premiership club Saracens.
"Saracens have offered me a contract to work there for a week or two and McGeechan, at Wasps, has offered me a similar deal," White said.
"Now I'm suddenly faced with a choice, which was something I didn't have, or didn't seek, for almost a year.
"I made it clear to South African rugby that I wanted to be involved in helping them because I feel I have a lot to give back to rugby.
"But they haven't expressed an interest in using me, so I have to look at my options."