Erne job can be platform for Canavan

PHILIP JORDAN reckons pal and former colleague Peter Canavan views the Fermanagh manager’s position as a potential stepping stone to the top job in his native Tyrone.

Tyrone legend Canavan is understood to be the prime candidate for the Erneside vacancy despite officials yesterday insisting an appointment won’t be made until next week at the earliest.

The interview process for the position left vacant by John O’Neill’s resignation following a disastrous season began last night and is expected to continue into the weekend.