In his book "Leadership" Eddie Jones confirms Itoje was "
too introverted
" for the role, but told The Telegraph on Tuesday that he was heading in the right direction. “
I've never seen a guy mature as much as he has in the last six months, so it's a really good time for him,
” Jones said. He even added, "
I'm going to contradict myself - and contradiction is a big part of life - but I have no doubt that in the future he will be captain of England." Whether in my time or that of someone else
”.
Contributing greatly to victories over Tonga, Australia and South Africa last month, Maro Itoje s'asserts as an essential player for his coach Eddie Jones.