Wallabies coach Robbie Deans will consider selecting George Smith for the British and Irish Lions series later this year if the 110 cap forward's eligibility is resolved.

Smith has been in spectacular form at openside flanker for the Brumbies in Super Rugby this year after returning to Australia from playing in Japan and France.

Deans had earlier said the 32 year old was not under consideration, largely because he was still under contract to Japanese club Suntory and therefore ineligible under Australian Rugby Union rules.

Brumbies coach Jake White is now seeking to extend the player's loan from Japan, however, and Deans said that may open the door for a Wallabies return.

The Brumbies meet the Bulls on Saturday at 8.40pm.

Tonight at 6.35pm the Highlanders play the Reds.

Story by: Filipe Naikaso
Source: Planetrugby