Giles: 150 managers would take Ireland job

Ireland legend John Giles believes at least 150 candidates would be interested in becoming Giovanni Trapattoni’s successor.

The former captain and manager of the national team insisted the seven-figure salary on offer, allied to the potential in the squad, is enough to attract a number of high-profile names, including some currently working in England.

While admitting the availability of favourite Martin O’Neill makes him the cleanest appointment, the 74-year-old insisted the project of steering Ireland to the Euro 2016 finals would appeal to a wide field.