Trapattoni in frame, but FAI must move fast

FORMER Italy coach Giovanni Trapattoni has been catapulted into the frame for the Republic of Ireland manager’s job after an extraordinary day of behind-the-scenes activity.

Trapattoni in frame, but FAI must move fast
Wed, 30 Jan, 2008 - 00:00

The veteran 68-year-old coach has had “positive initial contact” with the FAI, according to well-placed sources in Italy, and is amenable to further talks.

Trapattoni is currently coaching Austrian League outfit, Salzburg but has had his head turned by the prospect of reviving the Republic’s football fortunes.

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