New Irish manager

**Docboy** · 07/11/2007, 11:49 AM

Originally Posted by Wolfie

I suppose the badly articulated point I was trying to make was "Would Houllier's approach be too much like Kerr's?"

I was only saying to someone the other day how similar Houllier's approach would be to that of Kerr who was dismissed in favour of Stan! On the whole Kerr did a decent enough job with Ireland, however, he just needed to be a bit more attack-minded at home and enjoy a bit more luck along the way. I'm sure the irony wouldn't be lost on him if the post did go to Houllier.

Just shows how times have changed.

**Wolfie** · 07/11/2007, 1:17 PM

Never fear, Aldo's here............................

Aldridge declares Irish interest

John Aldridge is ready, willing and able to assist the Republic of Ireland in any capacity.

The 49-year-old, who earned 69 caps for the Republic as a player, has decided not to apply for the vacant manager's job after twice being turned down for the role in the past.

But the former Liverpool striker, whose sole job in management was a five-year spell in charge of Tranmere that ended six years ago, would be interested in assisting the new regime.

'Obviously as a coach you've got to be interested in managing your country,' Aldridge said on Sky Sports News.

'Being able to work for your country in any capacity would be interesting.'

He added: 'I was interested the last couple of times when I put my name in the hat. It wasn't to be so third time lucky... you never know. I've never really given it thought in all honesty.'

Aldridge has also told Stephen Ireland to demonstrate the desire to get himself back into the Republic squad.

The Manchester City midfielder was left out of the party for the final European Championship qualifier against Wales in the wake of the latest incident in what has been a troubled couple of months for the 21-year-old.

Aldridge said: 'He's a very, very good player. I think Stephen really has to look at how much he wants to play for his country.

'First and foremost, when he gets the opportunity next time, he mustn't make the slip-ups he has in the past.

'He's going to be very influential for the future of Irish football for me. He's the type of player that we need. He's got to really want it badly.'

**co. down green** · 07/11/2007, 1:34 PM

Originally Posted by Docboy

I was only saying to someone the other day how similar Houllier's approach would be to that of Kerr who was dismissed in favour of Stan! On the whole Kerr did a decent enough job with Ireland, however, he just needed to be a bit more attack-minded at home and enjoy a bit more luck along the way. I'm sure the irony wouldn't be lost on him if the post did go to Houllier.

Just shows how times have changed.

Would like to see Kerr back managing the u21/B squad set up.

**Volc�n Masaya** · 07/11/2007, 1:48 PM

Bruce Arena is available. Would be no worse than some of the hacks mentioned so far.

**Sligo Hornet** · 07/11/2007, 1:55 PM

Originally Posted by Volc�n Masaya

Bruce Arena is available. Would be no worse than some of the hacks mentioned so far.

The O2 Arena and Wembley Arena are also available, but NONE are suitable!

**NeilMcD** · 07/11/2007, 3:19 PM

Must say I was impressed with the O2 Arena when I was there for the Prince gig.

**Metrostars** · 09/11/2007, 7:55 PM

Bora is available: http://www.cnn.com/2007/SPORT/footba...ion=cnn_latest

**SkStu** · 10/11/2007, 5:18 AM

Originally Posted by Sligo Hornet

The O2 Arena and Wembley Arena are also available, but NONE are suitable!

i wouldnt mind giving it to Tina Arena

**CollegeTillIDie** · 10/11/2007, 6:50 AM

Originally Posted by Bluebeard

No use.

He lined out for Carlow hurlers in the league twice last year. The GAA have him sown up, and I doubt we'll "turn" him.

Pity, as he has great sporting pedigree.

Yes but speaking of hurlers maybe we should offer the job to Brian Cody?

**CollegeTillIDie** · 10/11/2007, 6:50 AM

Originally Posted by SkStu

i wouldnt mind giving it to Tina Arena

She might be tied up at the moment... I'll get my coat

**youngirish** · 13/11/2007, 11:14 AM

I see Paul Jewell has ruled himself out of returning to Wigan after initally suggesting last week that he'd be open to a return. Seems a sharp turnaround. Maybe the FAI have contacted him before he disappeared for good off their radar? Who knows but I'll spread some gossip anyway as this thread needs to be reactivated.

I hope something is going on behind the scenes and they are at least talking to some of the candidates that have been mentioned on here.

**Wolfie** · 13/11/2007, 12:03 PM

Originally Posted by youngirish

I see Paul Jewell has ruled himself out of returning to Wigan after initally suggesting last week that he'd be open to a return. Seems a sharp turnaround. Maybe the FAI have contacted him before he disappeared for good off their radar? Who knows but I'll spread some gossip anyway as this thread needs to be reactivated.

I hop something is going on behind the scenes and they are at least talking to some of the candidates that have been mentioned on here.

Indeed. I wonder how near or otherwise are they to assembling their crack team of consultants.

**Sligo Hornet** · 13/11/2007, 12:43 PM

Originally Posted by Wolfie

Indeed. I wonder how near or otherwise are they to assembling their crack team of consultants.

More likely to assembling their Crack FOR the team of consultants

**eirebhoy** · 13/11/2007, 12:51 PM

Beenhakker got his contract with Poland extended.

**Wolfie** · 13/11/2007, 12:52 PM

Originally Posted by Sligo Hornet

More likely to assembling their Crack FOR the team of consultants

They're used to making an arse of things!!

**tetsujin1979** · 13/11/2007, 2:19 PM

Originally Posted by Wolfie

Indeed. I wonder how near or otherwise are they to assembling their crack team of consultants.

From today's Indo: http://www.independent.ie/sport/socc...e-1217818.html

Meanwhile, the FAI Board of Management will meet again later today to report on what progress has been made in the appointment of a new manager to replace Steve Staunton.At their last meeting, the Board agreed on a preferred list of headhunters to assist in the task, but it is now understood that they have experienced some difficulty in finalising a three-man team.
It is considered extremely unlikely that any definite developments will be announced after this latest summit.

**Kingdom** · 13/11/2007, 2:40 PM

Originally Posted by tetsujin1979

From today's Indo: http://www.independent.ie/sport/socc...e-1217818.html

Which leaves the way open to say " sorry we couldn't finalise the headhunters to our liking - but look we've got a cup-winning, league winning former French manager who would like to do the job. So we'll just give it to him. Taa-Daa!"

**Wolfie** · 14/11/2007, 7:39 AM

Hunt wants Venables as Ireland boss

Stephen Hunt would welcome any attempt to lure Terry Venables as Republic of Ireland manager.

The midfielder has heard good reports about the former England boss and current number two to Steve McClaren from Reading team-mate Nicky Shorey, who has worked under Venables at international level.

Like McClaren, Venables could find himself out of a job if England fail to reach the Euro 2008 finals.

And the Republic, currently preparing for Saturday's European Championship qualifier against Wales, are looking for a new manager following Steve Staunton's recent departure.

'A new man will bring in fresh ideas,' Hunt said. 'And if you spend big, I suppose, like anything, you get big.

Venables has been mentioned and all the players seem to have a lot of respect for him.

'That's important. Nicky seems to like him. He was a bit unlucky when he coached Australia, but he'd be a good man to have.'

RTE Sport