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Gregor Townsend to Advise Red Bull-Owned Newcastle After Diamond's Exit

Townsend's remit offers outside expertise for a team still without a Premiership point.

Alan Dickens takes charge of pre match warm up for England U20s PICTURE: Getty Images

Overview

  • Head coach Alan Dickens said he spoke with Townsend on Thursday and can call him at any time as the Scotland boss begins a consultancy with Red Bull.
  • Red Bull removed director of rugby Steve Diamond shortly after the opening-day defeat to Saracens, with Dickens stepping up and praising Diamond's contribution.
  • Newcastle lost 38-15 at Exeter on Saturday and remain winless in the league, with only two Premiership victories since the start of last season.
  • Townsend will advise while continuing as Scotland head coach, providing insight from his international and club coaching experience.
  • A summer overhaul backed by Red Bull brought in Liam Williams, Amanaki Mafi, Stefan Coetzee and Christian Wade as part of a wider restructuring of the club.