Join RUCK\u2019s Instagram broadcast channel <\/a>and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone.<\/p>\nEdwards is currently negotiating his exit after being stood down with immediate effect despite having 18 months remaining on his contract.<\/p>\n
Reports suggest the French Rugby Federation is keen to prevent the former Wales defence coach from immediately joining a rival international side ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup. France are believed to be exploring a deal that would stop Edwards taking up another Test role before next year\u2019s tournament.<\/p>\n
The squad is heavily dominated by players from European Champions Cup winners Bordeaux-B\u00e8gles, with nine selected following the club\u2019s failure to reach the Top 14 play-offs.<\/p>\n
Among them are centres Yoram Moefana and Nicolas Depoortere, while seven Bordeaux forwards have also been included.<\/p>\n
One of the biggest talking points is the return of loosehead prop Jefferson Poirot. The former France captain retired from Test rugby six years ago, citing a lack of motivation, but has now earned a surprise recall.<\/p>\n
Several star names have been rested, including Maxime Lucu, Matthieu Jalibert and Louis Bielle-Biarrey, while experienced number eight Gregory Alldritt remains unavailable.<\/p>\n
Galthi\u00e9 has also handed opportunities to the next generation, with nine uncapped players included as France begin preparations for a Nations Championship campaign that will see them face New Zealand, Australia and Japan later this summer.<\/p>\n
NAME EVERY ENGLAND CAPTAIN OF THE PROFESSIONAL ERA:<\/p>\n
Since rugby turned professional in 1995, England have had a host of captains lead the team through World Cups, Grand Slams, Lions tours and some of the biggest moments in the sport\u2019s history.<\/p>\n
From World Cup-winning legends to short-term stand-ins, how many England captains of the professional era can you name?<\/p>\n
You have\u00a0five minutes\u00a0to name them all. Good luck!\ud83c\udfc9<\/p>\n
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