England’s rule of only selecting Gallagher Premiership-based players denies them from picking the likes of Joe Marchant, Henry Arundell and Willis.

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If Itoje had moved to France he would have become ineligible for England selection

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France are strong favourites to storm Twickenham and continue their march to a title showdown with Ireland in Dublin on March 8.

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The 22-year-old Northampton player will start at fly-half while Marcus Smith replaces Freddie Steward at full-back.

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