Reports suggest Eddie Jones is set for a second stint as Japan's rugby coach, six weeks after his resignation as Wallabies mentor.
Jones previously led Japan between 2012 and 2015.
Any final sign-off must come from the Japanese board, who meet on Wednesday.
Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains further.
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