South African flanker Hendre Fourie has admitted he would be "honoured" to play for England.
South African hoping to be called up by Johnson
South African flanker Hendre Fourie has admitted he would be "honoured" to play for England.
The 29-year-old, who played for the Cheetahs before moving to Rotherham and then Leeds, qualifies for England under the IRB residency ruling.
And having seen New Zealand-born Riki Flutey go on to play for Martin Johnson's team, Fourie is hoping to follow suit.
Fourie, who was the man-of-the-match in Leeds' 9-9 draw against Newcastle, said: "I've qualify through residency and I would definitely play if they wanted me.
"South Africa didn't want me when I played there, so if England selected me I'd be honoured.
"I've signed the papers to say am I now an English player and not a foreigner in the team.
"If they want to pick me, they can and I'd certainly be keen to play."
