‘I am the boss, whatever I say goes,’ insists Staunton

NEW Republic of Ireland manager Steve Staunton laid down the law to Bobby Robson and declared: “I am the boss.”

With Robson on a two-year deal as International Football Consultant, the title is a vague one, yet Staunton was unequivocal in his reply yesterday when queried on the respective boundaries of their appointments.

“It’s not that unusual for such a partnership if you look throughout Europe,” said Staunton, who was handed a four-year contract on Friday.