Negotiations over Rassie Erasmus’ long-term future with the Springboks have been paused until the conclusion of the November tour.
The Bok boss’ current deal with SA Rugby runs through to the 2027 World Cup in Australia.
According to Rapport, his lawyer, Frikkie Erasmus, is reportedly eager to secure an extension for him and his coaching team until 2031, when the tournament will be staged in the USA.
The 53-year-old has now been involved in 89 Tests with the Springboks as director of rugby and head coach since taking charge in 2018 – winning 64 of them (72%).
Saturday’s 32-17 victory against France in Paris marked his 50th Test as Bok head coach, just four shy of Jake White’s record of 54.
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Talks between SA Rugby and Erasmus’ representatives began in earnest after the Boks defended the Rugby Championship title, but have since been placed on hold to allow the coaching group to focus on the five-match end-of-year.
“We hope to finalise it within a few days after the November Tests,” a source told Rapport.
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