MEP Billy Kelleher a 'real live option' for Fianna Fáil presidency nomination

Several TDs have privately backed Mr Kelleher if he seeks the party nomination

A source within Fianna Fáíl said Mr Kelleher is a 'credible' candidate, adding their preference would be to see an internal candidate selected rather than someone brought in from outside the party. Picture: Jonathan Brady/PA

Fianna Fáil MEP Billy Kelleher has not ruled out seeking his party’s nomination to run for President, as some TDs say he would beat former Dublin GAA manager Jim Gavin in an internal vote.

Mr Kelleher said he had previously been approached as a possible candidate for Fianna Fáil.