Taylor on list as Limerick chase new boss

Limerick FC are compiling a shortlist of candidates for the vacant manager’s position with a view to making an imminent appointment.

Former England U21 manager Peter Taylor is believed to be one of those still in contention after yesterday’s closing date for applications. Taylor – who, when caretaker manager of the senior England team in 2000 famously gave David Beckham the captain’s armband for the first time – lost his job as manager of the Bahrain national team in March.

Pat Scully, who was sacked as Limerick boss despite having guided them to the Premier Division, recalled yesterday that he had played under Taylor at Southend United in the early 90s.