Former Kerry footballer to seek Fine Gael nomination to run in next general election 

Billy O'Shea confirmed he will put his name forward at the party's selection convention in two weeks

Killorglin based auctioneer Billy O'Shea is seeking the nomination to replace Brendan Griffin, above, who will not contest the next election. Picture: Julien Behal/PA

An All-Ireland winning Kerry footballer is seeking Fine Gael's nomination to run in the next general election.

Killorglin-based auctioneer Billy O'Shea won an All Ireland with the Kingdom in 1997 and is seeking the nomination to replace Brendan Griffin, who will not contest the next election.