Wallabies needed 'generational change': Eddie Jones rules out replacing Michael Cheika as Australia coach after the World Cup The 59-year-old was axed by Australia nearly 15 years ago after run of defeats The England head coach is contracted until 2021 but there is a break clause Jones wants to stay in Europe when his time with England comes to an endBy Sportsmail Reporter Published: 23:21 BST, 4 April 2019 | Updated: 23:21 BST, 4 April 2019 Viewcomments Eddie Jones has ruled himself out of contention to replace Wallabies coach Michael Cheika after the World Cup. The England head coach is contracted until 2021 but there is a break clause if his side fail to reach the semi-finals in Japan. Jones last week suggested he may be open to a fairytale homecoming, almost 15 years after leaving Australia under a cloud, but he told the Sydney Morning Herald on Wednesday the Wallabies needed 'generational change'. Eddie Jones has ruled himself out of contention to replace Wallabies coach Michael Cheika The 59-year-old said he wanted to stay in Europe when his time with England came to an end. 'I am happy in Europe,' he said. 'The Wallabies need a generational change in culture.' Jones may consider taking on a role with another emerging nation, such as Georgia or Germany. while France are on the lookout for a head coach and next week will hold a referendum among their amateur clubs as to whether they would consider a first overseas appointment. There may also be a vacancy with Italy if Conor O'Shea departs. Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site dailymail and under his responsibility