Top club bosses urge England to share player workload management

Leading coaches in the Premiership are calling for the Rugby Football Union to help manage player workloads amid concerns that top players, like Maro Itoje, are overworked. Discussions highlight that while clubs are responsible for resting players, international teams must also take an active role. Itoje may miss upcoming summer Test matches following a demanding year, which includes his captaincy with the British and Irish Lions. Coaches emphasize the importance of balancing care for young prospects and veteran players while preparing for extended seasons. Exeter's Rob Baxter argues that access to players doesn’t alone guarantee success for the national team.

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