Quinn not ruling out role in management

NIALL QUINN has not ruled out a future return to football in a management capacity following his retirement yesterday from the game due to persistent injury problems.

The 36-year-old waved an emotional goodbye to Sunderland fans on the pitch on Sunday at half-time in their Premiership game against Tottenham Hotpsurs at the Stadium of Light.

“I love football and the dressing room. But it’s time to put my legs up - I’ve got the choice, and that’s the wonderful thing that football’s given me. I can sit back and get to Christmas - and then maybe I’ll be writing letters to clubs.