McAteer poised to take over reins at Tranmere

FORMER Republic of Ireland midfield star Jason McAteer is poised to take over as manger of Division One side Tranmere Rovers, with current boss Brian Little expected to be given the sack by the Birkenhead club.

McAteer poised to take over reins at Tranmere
Wed, 03 May, 2006 - 01:00
Charlie Stuart

It has been a disappointing season for Little, the ex-Aston Villa boss, when his side narrowly escaped relegation finishing just ahead of the relegation zone to Division Two.

McAteer, 34, won a total of 52 caps for Ireland, the last under then boss Brian Kerr in the scoreless draw with Brazil in a friendly at Lansdowne Road three seasons ago.

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