England head coach Steve Borthwick has made a plea to Manu Tuilagi to stay in the Premiership amidst rumors of his departure from Sale Sharks at the end of the season. Tuilagi, who is making his 60th Red Rose cap appearance this weekend, has been linked to a move to the Top 14 with several clubs expressing interest. Borthwick remains optimistic that Tuilagi will choose to remain in England, stating, "I want all our best players playing in England." Tuilagi's experience and leadership are seen as valuable assets to the squad, with Borthwick praising his impact on and off the field.

The coaching staff has placed their trust in the Ford-Furbank partnership, emphasizing the importance of consistency and understanding between the players.