The Western Force have reportedly decided to part company with coach Richard Graham following the recent announcement he will join the Queensland Reds next year.
The Force have the bye in Super Rugby this round, but are set to have a new coach for their round 10 match against the Stormers next Saturday in Perth.
Graham announced earlier in the week he would take over from Ewen McKenzie as Reds coach on a three-year deal, with McKenzie to become coaching director.
There’s speculation Force assistant and former rugby league star Phil Blake will take over from Graham, at least on an interim basis.
The dramatic development only adds to the Force’s woes this season, as they sit anchored to the bottom of the Australian Conference with just two wins.