The England boss has also outlined the qualities he wants in his final squad, while positional flexibility could open up opportunities for several players.
England head coach Steve Borthwick has revealed he already knows the vast majority of his squad selections for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. Borthwick warned players that time is running out to force their way into his plans, with England facing 12 Tests before the tournament begins.
The upcoming training squad, set to be announced ahead of three World Cup warm-up games, is expected to closely resemble the final 33-man group. Positional flexibility is also outlined as a key quality that could open up opportunities for candidates looking to secure a place.
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